Engine Mercedes OM460LA

Modern engines need to be reliable, economical, efficient, and ecologically friendly, among other requirements. The Mercedes OM 460 engines satisfy each of these requirements. Due to their complete electronic control, these engines are much more efficient. The Mercedes OM460LA is a six-cylinder engine with independent injection pumps that supply high-pressure fuel to guarantee minimal use of diesel. These motors have an energy-efficient compressor that uses less power than comparable compressors.

Both steep and mild slopes can be easily traversed by vehicles with Mercedes OM 460 engines. The fact that 90% of the maximum torque is already reached at 1000 rpm makes this feasible.

The Mercedes OM 460 series engines are also known for their low operating costs and high dependability. An engine oil change, for instance, takes place after 40,000 kilometers. After more than 150,000 kilometers of travel, the fuel filter is changed.

Specifications

Manufacturer	Daimler
Also called	OM 460
Cylinder block alloy	cast iron
Fuel system	direct injection
Configuration	inline
Number of cylinders	6
Piston stroke, mm	166
Cylinder bore, mm	128
Compression ratio	18
Displacement, cc	12816
Power output, hp	435/1650
Torque output, Nm / rpm	1350/1550
Fuel type	diesel
Euro standards	Euro 5
Weight, kg	939 (dry)
Engine lifespan, thousand km — official information	1 000

When moving cargo over long distances and within cities, Mercedes OM460LA engines excel in the transportation industry. This type of motor allows an automobile to accelerate rapidly and move smoothly. If intracity transportation is used, this is crucial when there is a high volume of traffic. Additionally, driving on intercity routes doesn’t require much effort from the driver to overcome lengthy climbs with nearly any angle of inclination because the engine can handle rapidly increasing loads.

One of the world’s most dependable and long-lasting engines is the Mercedes OM 460 LA. Their service life can be greatly increased and the chance of a breakdown decreased with routine maintenance and diagnostics.

General view of OM460LA

1. Belt;
2. Fuel pump;
3. Thermostat housing;
4. Fuel filter;
5. Oil filter;
6. Cylinder head;
7. Start / Stop button;
8. Air blower distributor;
9. Connecting pipe from cooler to blower;
10. Crankcase ventilation system;
11. Engine control (MR) control unit;
12. Air compressor;
13. Power steering pump;
14. Level indicator;
15. Engine oil filter filler.

1. Generator;
2. Starter;
3. Exhaust turbocharger;
4. Exhaust manifold;
5. Coolant pump;
6. Belt tensioner

Explanation of OM460LA marking

OM	Heavy Fuel Oil (Diesel) ICE
460	Engine type: 6-cylinder in-line.
L	Charge air cooling.
A	Exhaust turbocharger.