British diesel engine innovator, Cox Powertrain, will preview the world’s first 300hp marine diesel outboard engine the CXO300, at this year’s Cannes Yachting Festival. Built specifically for marine use, Cox has brought together highly skilled engineers from Formula 1 racing and premium automotive engine design to develop this completely new concept diesel engine, providing gasoline outboard performance, with diesel economy and reliability.
Cox will display a full sized model of the CXO300, which is a revolutionary opposed-piston, diesel outboard that is fully compliant with all the current emission regulations. Delivering 300hp and weighing only 300kg, it is the largest diesel outboard engine to be developed for the luxury yacht market and eliminates the need to carry petrol and associated equipment on board. It offers significantly lower running costs than its petrol equivalent, longer service intervals and a far greater range.
Cox Powertrain is led by former Cosworth CEO Tim Routsis who commented, “Cannes is a highly important event for us to showcase our technology to the luxury yacht market. The development of the CXO300 is now entering the final stages of a five year development programme so we are excited at the prospect of introducing this game-changing technology to the market ahead of its launch. We have brought together some of the UK’s foremost experts in engine design to turn this concept into a reality. Owners can be confident that this new diesel outboard is ready for the demanding environment in which it will operate. ”
Cox is a British company based in West Sussex, dedicated to answering the demands of commercial, government and military marine operators, for a reliable and powerful diesel outboard. With petrol now not permitted on-board military ships, in addition to many commercial vessels and superyachts, the development of a viable diesel outboard for RIBs and tenders, offering the comparable power and weight of a gasoline engine, has been an important factor in the rapid expansion of Cox Powertrain.
For further information, visit www.coxmarine.com
Cannes Yachting Festival, 6th to 11th September 2016, Stand PAN 363