The Kubota D1803-M-DI is a 1.8 L (1,826 cc, 111.4 cu·in) straight-three, water-cooled naturally aspirated vertical diesel engine manufactured by Kubota.
The Kubota D1803-M-DI engine has a Troiddal type сombustion сhamber (Direct Injection), the Bosch “K”-type mini mini fuel injection pump and Bosch “P”-type hole fuel injection nozzle. The cylinder bore and the piston stroke are 87.0 mm (3.43) in and 102.4 mm (4.04 in), respectively. The compression ratio rating is 20.0:1.
The D1803-M-DI diesel engine produced 37.0 PS (27.2 KW; 36.5 HP) at 2,600 rpm of net horsepower.
The breakdown of the engine code is as follows:
- D – 3-cylinders
- 18 – Approximate displacement 1800 cc
- DI – Direct Injection
General information
Engine Specifications | |
Engine code | D1803-M-DI |
Layout | Straight-3, vertical diesel engine |
Fuel type | Diesel fuel No.2-D |
Production | – |
Displacement | 1.8 L, 1,826 cm3 (111.4 cu in) |
Fuel injection pump | Bosch “K”-type mini injection pump |
Fuel nozzle | Bosch “P”-type hole |
Starting system | Electric starting with 12V (1.4 kW) starter |
Starting support device | Glow plug |
Governor | Centrifugal mechanical governor |
Power adder | None |
Max. Horsepower |
Net (intermittent): 37.0 PS (27.2 KW; 36.5 HP) at 2,600 rpm Gross (intermittent): 38.6 PS (28.4 KW; 38.0 HP) at 2,600 rpm |
Torque output | – |
Firing order | 1-2-3 |
Dimensions (L x W x H): | 576 x 499 x 685 mm (22.7 x 19.6 x 27.0 in) |
Weight | 151.0 kg (333.0 lbs) |
Cylinder block
Cylinder block | ||
Compression ratio: | 20.0:1 | |
Cylinder bore: | 87.0 mm (3.43) | |
Piston stroke: | 102.4 mm (4.04 in) | |
Number of piston rings (compression / oil): | 2 / 1 | |
Cylinder inner diameter: | 87.000-87.022 mm (3.4252-3.4261 in) | |
Piston skirt diameter | – | |
Piston ring side clearance: | Top | 0.050-0.090 mm (0.0020-0.0035 in) |
Second | 0.050-0.090 mm (0.0020-0.0035 in) | |
Oil | 0.030-0.070 mm (0.0012-0.0028 in) | |
Piston ring end gap: | Top | 0.200-0.350 mm (0.0080-0.0138 in) |
Second | 0.350-0.500 mm (0.0138-0.0197 in) | |
Oil | 0.200-0.400 mm (0.0079-0.0157 in) | |
Piston pin outer diameter | 23.002-23.011 mm (0.9056-0.9059 in) | |
Crankshaft main journal diameter: | 59.921-59.940 mm (2.3590-2.3598 in) | |
Crankpin diameter: | 46.959-46.975 mm (1.8487-1.8494 in) |
Cylinder head
Cylinder head | ||
Valve Arrangement: | OHV, gear drive | |
Valves: | 6 (2 valves per cylinder) | |
Valve timing: | INTAKE | – |
EXHAUST | – | |
Valve seat width: | INTAKE | 2.120 mm (0.0835 in) |
EXHAUST | 2.120 mm (0.0835 in) | |
Valve stem diameter: | INTAKE | 7.960-7.975 mm (0.3134-0.3140 in) |
EXHAUST | 7.960-7.975 mm (0.3134-0.3140 in) | |
Valve spring free length: | INTAKE | 41.7-42.2 mm (1.6417-1.6614 in) |
EXHAUST | 41.7-42.2 mm (1.6417-1.6614 in) | |
Camshaft cam height: | INTAKE | 33.900 mm (1.3346 in) |
EXHAUST | 33.900 mm (1.3346 in) | |
Camshaft journal diameter: | 39.934-39.950 mm (1.5722-1.5728 in) |
Tightening torque
Tightening torque specs | |
Rocker arm bracket screw: | 23.5-27.5 Nm (2.4-2.8 kgf-m, 17.4-20.3 lb-ft) |
Cylinder head: | 93.1-98.0 Nm (9.5-10.0 kgf-m, 68.7-72.3 lb-ft) |
Nozzle holder clamp screw: | 25.5-29.5 Nm (2.4-2.8 kgf-m, 17.4-20.3 lb-ft) |
Connecting rod screw: | 44.1-49.0 Nm (4.5-5.0 kgf-m, 32.5-36.2 lb-ft) |
Flywheel bolts: | 98.1-107.9 Nm (10.0-11.0 kgf-m, 72.3-79.6 lb-ft) |
Main bearing case screw 1: | 46.1-50.9 Nm (4.7-5.2 kgf-m, 34.0-37.6 lb-ft) |
Main bearing case screw 2: | 68.6-73.5 Nm (7.0-7.5 kgf-m, 50.6-54.2 lb-ft) |
Maintenance data
Valve clearance | |
Intake valve | 0.18-0.22 mm (0.0071-0.0087 in) |
Exhaust valve | 0.18-0.22 mm (0.0071-0.0087 in) |
Compression pressure | |
Standard | 30.0-33.0 kgf/cm2 (2.94-3.24 MPa, 427-469 psi) |
Oil system | |
Recommended engine oil | CD or CE |
SAE Viscosity Number | SAE 10W-30, 10W-40 |
Engine oil capacity |
Oil pan depth 90.0 mm (3.54 in): 5.6 L (1.5 US gal, 1.2 Imp. gal) Oil pan depth 124.0 mm (4.88 in): 7.0 L (1.8 US gal, 1.5 Imp. gal) |
Fuel system | |
Injection timing: | 9.0-11.0° B.T.D.C. |
Fuel injection pressure |
1st stage: 18.6 MPa (190 kgf/cm2, 2702 psi) 2st stage: 22.6 MPa (230 kgf/cm2, 3270 psi) |
Cooling system | |
Thermostat’s valve opening temperature: | 69.5-72.5°C (157.1-162.5°F) |
Temperature at which thermostat completely opens: | 85°C (185°F) |
Coolant capacity: | 5.5 liters (1.5 US gal, 1.2 Imp. gal) |
Electrical system | |
Battery: | 12 V, 88 A (115E41R) |
Alternator brush Length (std/min): | 10.5 mm (0.4130 in) / 8.4 mm (0.3310 in) |
Glow plug resistance: | Approx 1.0 Ω |
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