The Bergen C engine – ...

designed for the new Century

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C o m p ac t a n d
Since 1943, we have developed, manufactured and installed
more than 5,000 Bergen medium-speed diesel engines for

L e ss
marine propulsion and auxiliary power generation.
Our engines have rapidly, reliably and economically met the
needs of ship owners and operators worldwide.
 ...designed for the new century

A proud history The C engine

The R series engine...
Rolls-Royce has a strong and analysis and prototype component
proud tradition of developing production have all been based on
reliable Bergen diesel engines the same 3D computer model. This
of 250mm bore – a tradition has cut development time, ensured
that stems from the classic greatly improved precision and

power for the 1950s and the 1960s

R series engine of the 1950s. quality levels across the product,
from production documentation to
Since then thousands of Bergen engine performance results. It all

s io n s
The L series engine...

is
250mm bore marine engines have
been delivered and are still in
adds up to a better performing,
higher-quality end product that

em operation in different applications

and on different fuel types all around
the world. Bergen engines have
established themselves as the prime
brings the customer major long-term
benefits.

movers of Norway’s maritime

power for the 1960s and the 1970s
tradition.

w e r fu l Customer demands

po
The K series engine...
The new C engine is our answer to
customer demands for the new
millennium. It is based on experience
gained through all these years and
by exploiting latest developments in

ce
materials technology, analysis,

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power from the 1970s to the 1990s

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simulation and new production

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methods. The customer requirements
for lower life-cycle costs, higher
availability, simplified operation and
The C series engine...
service as well as better environmental
performance, have led the process.
Latest computer-aided engineering
tools have enhanced our
development programme. Design,

power for the new Century

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The C engine – your first choice in the 1200-2700kW range

Why choose the C engine

Durability and reliability Economical and ecological

Simple and robust design with a The C engine has one of the lowest
reduced number of components. fuel consumption figures of its class,
Designed by the latest analysis and and has a low spare part
development tools, materials and requirement. It fulfils current
component technology. emission regulations with ample
margins, which can be further
Compact and powerful improved by exhaust after-treatment
The C engine is one of the most solutions.
compact and powerful engines in its
class on the market today. Easy operation and
simple service
Flexible layout Planned maintenance for the
Available in a wide number of C engine has been greatly reduced to
versions as in-line five, six, eight and ‘inspection and cleaning’ rather than Application: Cruise and Passenger
nine cylinder models and soon a full a regime of ‘repair or change’. Name: Seabourn Spirit
Owner: Seabourn Cruise Line
range of V-engines. With operating
speeds between 720-1000rpm it Fully equipped and
covers a very broad range, both for factory tested
propulsion and power generation. The C engine normally comes fully
equipped with all auxiliary systems
built on to the engine. The systems
are factory-assembled and tested.
This again ensures cleanliness and
proper operation during
commissioning and servicing.

Application: Power generation

Location: Les, Spain
Operator: Garona Verda

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...designed for the new century

High efficiency and

low emissions
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The C engine takes advantage of an 210

advanced thermodynamic cycle, 180

150
based on high compression ratio,

PCYL-1 (bar)
120
optimised valve timing, high charge
90

air pressure and late and fast 60

combustion. This ensures good 30

0
trade-off between fuel consumption, 800 0
0.7

NOx emissions and particulates. 700 0.6

0

600 0.5
0

Needl-4 (mm)
Innsp-4 (bar)

500 0.4
0
All Bergen engines comply with the 400 0.3
0

requirements of the Technical Code 300 0.2

0

200 0.1
on Control of Emission of Nitrogen
100 0.0
0
Oxides from Marine Diesel Engines 0 -0.1
-20 0 20 40 60 Deg
as per Annex VI to MARPOL 73/78. ñPCYL-1 ñ Innsp-4 ñ Needl-4

Through optimised combustion 18

IMO/NOx – Emission limits
process control, the NOx emissions 17

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Weighted NOx emission (g/kWh)

are well below the regulation limits

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without compromising on low fuel
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consumption. An Engine
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International Air Pollution
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Prevention Certificate (EIAPPC) will 3600
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3360 19
be issued with each engine.
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C25: 33L
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The continuous development within .5

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1800 2000
Rolls-Royce Marine AS, Engines- 18
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Rated engine speed (rpm) 187
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Bergen ensures that the C engine will 2160 8
Power (kW)

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also meet future stricter emission 190

1680 194 192

limits. For particular sensitive areas, 196
1440
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special exhaust after-treatment
1200 200
equipment can also be provided. 960
205
720
210
225 230
480 220

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451 483 516 548 581 614 646 679 711 744 777
Speed (rpm)

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Technical highlights

Bergen C25:33L

1 Impulse type exhaust system

2 Integrated exhaust ducts 9

3 Separate water jackets 1

4 Open-deck cylinder liner

5 Piston of steel and 2 11

nodular cast iron
10

6 Three piece connecting rod 3

7 Forged crankshaft 4
8 Engine block of nodular
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cast iron 5

9 Easily detachable cylinder

unit 6 13

10 Cylinder head

11 Individual fuel injection

pumps

12 Swing arm assembly

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13 Camshaft units 8

14 Hydraulic bolting

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Components not shown –

see Customer benefits
15 Instrumentation
16 Front end module
17 Air starter
18 Turbocharger

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...designed for the new century

Customer benefits

Impulse-type exhaust Open-deck cylinder liner

system This provides great strength in
This greatly improves acceleration the collar area and ensures highly
and ensures better performance efficient cooling right up to the
under normal part-load operation. gasket. The ‘flame ring’ in the upper
The turbocharger can be installed at liner reduces bore polishing and
either end of the engine. controls lubrication oil consumption.

1 4
3
Separate water jackets
These provide intensive cooling
precisely where it is needed – in
the upper part of the liner. They
avoid the need for cooling water
passages in the engine block
while clamping the cylinder unit
together.

Integrated duct unit

This ensures low surface
temperatures and efficient cylinder-
head flow. Quick-change couplings
and good sealing ensures easy
servicing and reliability.

Application: Offshore supply and service

Name: Gargano
Owner: Portosalvo

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Compact and powerful

Customer benefits

Three-piece connecting rod Engine block

This stiff and strong design allows A strong, stiff monoblock structure
increased big-end bearing features an integral charge-air
dimensions. The bearing need not be receiver and lube-oil and cooling-
opened when pulling cylinder unit water channels. All main bolts are
or piston. hydraulically tightened. Camshaft

6 bearings are simple bushes in the

compartment walls. A very stiff and
cored-out base rim enables soft
rubber mounting of the engine,
avoiding the danger of deflections.
Application:Tugs, Workboats and Coastal Ferries An extra main bearing supports a
Name: Bess
Owner: Bukser og Bjergning generator or coupling. Easy access is
via large inspection doors.

Steel and nodular cast iron

pistons
Very high strength and excellent
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cooling are two critical aspects Crankshaft
of this design, which features all
The continuous grain flow steel
three piston rings in the crown. The
forging of ample dimensions features
nodular cast iron skirt provides low
steel plate counterweights for better
thermal expansion, good sliding
balancing precision and space
properties and low weight.
utilisation. A two-piece gear at the

5 camshaft flywheel end provides

camshaft drive while generous
bearing sizes and modern
materials ensure low wear.

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...designed for the new century

Customer benefits

Cylinder unit Fuel injection pumps

Inspection and exchange of cylinder Free-standing, closed-end pumps
components is very easy, allowing a provide high pressure and good
complete top-end overhaul to be reliability even on difficult HFO
done in one operation. Quickly- types, utilising a generous and
detachable couplings and practical powerful fuel feed system. Economy
hydraulic tooling enable quick, and emissions benefit from a
accurate servicing by overhaul two-step electronic timing change.
replacement units, The nozzle temperature is controlled
reducing down-time.
9 Cylinder head 10
by the engine lube oil.

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This simple, strong design features a
stiff and bore-cooled flame deck and
large ports for effective flows. One
side contains air and exhaust ducts
while the other features the fuel
system, designed for good Heavy
Fuel Oil (HFO) performance and fire
protection. Hydraulically-tensioned
cylinder head studs and quick-
coupled auxiliary pipes ensure quick
and easy servicing.
Swing-arm assembly
Valves are push-rod operated using a
simple and reliable system of
swing-arms mounted in the block,
making inspection and servicing
very easy.

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Design from Rolls-Royce Marine AS

Ship technology – Nordvestconsult

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Compact and powerful

Customer benefits

Hydraulic bolting
All the engine’s main bolts are
hydraulically tightened for accuracy
and ease of maintenance. They
require only a small number of safe,
simple and easy to use tools.

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Instrumentation
Application: Cargo carriers A comprehensive view of the engine
Name: Hual Trooper operating parameters is provided by
Owner: Hual AS
modern instrumentation with a
menu-type display, linking easily to
the bridge or to other control
Camshaft units
systems.
The stiff, tunnel-type camshaft
comprises units that can be
replaced individually or as a
complete shaft. Fuel injection
cams can be replaced separately,
ensuring quicker and cheaper
servicing. The camshaft is gear
driven from the flywheel end and Application: Power generation
can be fitted with a damper at the Location: Helsinge, Denmark
front end if so required. Operator: BWCS

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...designed for the new century

Customer benefits
Front end module Air starter motor
This carries all auxiliary systems in a A compact and strong turbine-type
compact layout, providing easy air starter uses a replaceable ring
access to all components built on the gear on the flywheel. A simple,
engine. A minimum number of pipes robust barring gear – manual or
and connections boosts reliability power-operated – is fitted to work on
and cuts leakage problems. The the same ring gear. It can also be
factory-adjusted system can be used as a starter pinion.
serviced quickly and easily through
exchange of plugged-in components
or modules, all of which are simple
17 Application: Offshore exploration and production
Name: Crystal Sea
to hook-up. Owner: Brøvig Offshore AS

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Modern turbocharger
A fully radial and uncooled latest-
generation turbocharger has been
specifically set up for HFO
operation. It uses filtered engine
lubricating oil while an air-assist
system further improves load-pick
capability and reduces smoke output
while accelerating.
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Highly reliable operation on low cost heavy fuel

Cost-effective

The Bergen C engine is

designed for Marine Diesel Oil
(MDO) and Heavy Fuel Oil
(HFO) operation. For safe and
cost-effective operation our
engines are equipped with a
range of HFO-specific
advantages.

● Potential problems caused by

HFO leaking into the lubricating
oil system are avoided by
injection pumps fitted with
separate drive units and a drain
system, preventing contamination.

● In other engines continuous HFO

The C engine is one of the most compact and powerful engines in its class.
operation can clog the fuel
injection pump control-rod
mechanism. Our cleaning/ ● Another common problem ● The Bergen fuel treatment system
lubrication system avoids this running on HFO at low load is uses a two-stage deep filtering
problem. poor combustion and carbon process and a purifier for fuel oil
build-up. The C engine features treatment, removing the harmful
controlled charge-air temperature, solid particles often present in
high injection pressures and HFO. It provides long-term
optimised valve timing to ensure positive protection, even with
excellent low-load performance. high catalyst content.

● Core components such as the

composite piston with its chrome
ceramic piston rings, the special
liner material and honing give a
high degree of wear and corrosion
resistance.

● Exhaust valves with special

rotators and Nimonic valve
heads, with hard-metal seat
armouring, ensure durability
on HFO.

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...designed for the new century

Service concept
The Bergen C engine is supported by Some examples of this concept
an extensive maintenance and include:

support service, 24 hours a day,

● Cartridge-type pumps, control
365 days a year... and backed by a valves and charge-air cooler
world-class logistics network.
● Lube-oil cooler assembly

Our definition of lifelong support

● Swing-arm assembly
encompasses minimum downtime,
low life-cycle costs and high second- ● Drive units for injection pumps
hand value. Good accessibility to
original replacement units, regular ● The cylinder unit layout ensures
easy refit of cylinder components
on-site inspections, life-extension
for a complete top-end service,
programmes, technical support and either as a complete unit, or
personnel training are among the item-by-item
services we provide to optimise your
● Provision for on-condition
C engine in service.
maintenance and service through
good design and manufacturing
The C engine’s design focuses closely
on features that ensure easy servicing. ● Easy-to-follow electronic
Some of the main ones are: documentation and computer-
based training programmes
● Lengthy time between overhauls,
even on HFO, 15,000 and 30,000
hour intervals for top- and Part of our service is to tailor our
bottom-end servicing products and services to match the
specific operating profile of your
● Simple and practical layout with
business. Our thorough knowledge
easy access to key components
of the engine and component market
● Small number of quality also benefits our customers.
hydraulic tools handle all main Our task is simply to deliver the best
bolting and simple maintenance
support possible, ensuring your
tasks
investment delivers continuous,

● Service concept based on easy cost-effective service throughout its

exchange of assemblies rather operational life.
than detailed repair

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It all adds up to experience

The C engine
During six decades of operation offshore industries. Rolls-Royce Major investments in new product
Rolls-Royce has produced more than engines also power offshore and equipment development ensures
5,000 Bergen marine four-stroke installations and land-based power we are ready to meet the challenges
medium-speed engines for stations, serving municipal and of this demanding market. Right
propulsion and power generation. industrial operators. from the start, back in 1943, we have
pioneered innovative approaches to
Throughout this era we have focused Rolls-Royce also provides extensive develop the best equipment money
on high performance, cost- service and maintenance agreements can buy. Today, this dedication
effectiveness and reliability. Ease of for marine and land-based brings the Bergen C engine to the
servicing has always been applications. Our service centres at 21st century marketplace.
paramount. most major ports and local bases to
support land-based installations are
Our engines today are working available around the clock, all year
worldwide in commercial and round.
military vessels, cruise ships, fishing
vessels and support units for

Specify the

Bergen C25:33L engine

for your next project

Our base is in Bergen on the western coast of

Norway, where our team of some 520 people
comprise an unrivalled centre of expertise.

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Rolls-Royce Marine AS, Engines

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Tel: +47 55 53 60 00
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