Technology: Volvo Penta Unveils Fully Integrated Hybrid-electric System
Sept 12, 2024
The Volvo Penta hybrid-electric package is a complete, fully integrated system with Volvo Penta controlling all parts from helm-to-propeller. The system features the full range of Volvo Penta D13 IPS 900/1050/1200/1350 Hybrid, 160 kW electric motor and Volvo Penta optimized batteries, delivering powerful performance, excellent maneuverability, and efficiency.
The electric motor and diesel engine work in parallel on the same drive shaft, allowing for smooth Pure Electric drive mode, Hybrid mode, and seamless automatic power transitions. In Cross-Over mode, one diesel engine propel both drives, with the aim to optimize efficiency and prolong the operation time between required engine maintenance. Depending on the chosen drive mode, the system automatically controls whether the boat should be powered by the electric motor, the combustion engine, or both, ensuring seamless and efficient operation.
Pioneering hybrid-electric features
The hybrid-electric package is integrated with advanced technology, orchestrated by the Volvo Penta Electronic Vessel Control (EVC) and innovative features in new drive modes. This enables Joystick Driving, Joystick Docking, Low Speed, Dynamic Positioning System (DPS), and Assisted Docking in both Pure Electric and Hybrid modes.
The package features Glass Cockpit with an added hybrid-electric driver interface (HMI) view displaying new functions such as drive modes and battery status. The EVC system will enable monitoring of engine status, remote diagnostics, and data sharing capabilities, allowing for remote software updates and ensuring an enhanced level of premium support through Volvo Penta’s global service network.
The hybrid system offers the best of both worlds: the range and top speed of traditional engines combined with the near-silence and zero emissions of Pure Electric mode. This results in enhanced comfort, near-quiet slow cruising, an electric boost in acceleration, and excellent driveline and feature response. The extensive energy in the battery bank enables living aboard off-grid, providing a truly revolutionary, seamless, and close-to-nature experience on the water.
Delivery of the D13 IPS hybrid-electric package is set to begin at the end of 2025.
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- Available for twin, triple or quad installations
- D13 IPS 900/1050/1200/1350 Hybrid
- Emission Compliance: IMO II/III, EPA Tier 3
- Volvo Penta EVC Features: Joystick Driving, Joystick Docking, Assisted Docking, Dynamic Positioning System, Glass Cockpit System with hybrid-electric driver interface (HMI) view displaying new functions such as drive modes and battery status.
- Support Features: Engine status monitoring, remote diagnostics, data sharing, and software updates.
- Charging: CCS2 Standard Interface: Supports shore charging with capacities of up to 250 kW DC and 43 kW AC.
- Charging via Combustion Engine: Available both while underway and when at anchor or docked.
- Enhanced premium services & support through existing global Volvo Penta network
