5840300020-42 Connecting Rod. Listed in MTU 1163 catalog references; confirm installation and current availability before ordering.
Check 5840300020-42 availability: Start with 5840300020-42 and the quantity. Add an engine serial number or a photo of the old Connecting Rod if available; we will follow up on any missing details.
5840300020-42 Specification
About 5840300020-42 - Connecting Rod
Published catalog details are identification references. They do not establish current stock, supplied condition, or confirmed fitment for your engine.
5840300020-42 is a connecting rod catalogued for MTU 1163 engines. The catalog unit weight is 27.000 kg, which we use to estimate freight before quoting.
Technical Notes: Pistons and liners
Pistons, rings, and wet cylinder liners form the combustion chamber and carry the highest thermal loads in the engine. They are usually replaced during a major overhaul, and liner protrusion and size grades have to be checked so the cylinder head seals correctly.
When This Type of Part Is Usually Replaced
- oil consumption or blow-by rises beyond the expected level
- borescope inspection shows liner scoring, bore polishing, or ring damage
- liner cavitation is found on the coolant side
Checks Before Ordering
- Order liners with their sealing rings, and pistons with complete ring sets
- Size grades and weight classes must be matched within one engine
- Measurements from the inspection record decide which grade to order
Engine Catalog References
5840300020-42 is listed for 10 engine models in the catalog references. The specification table decodes each model code from the fitment list; it does not confirm every installation.
| Model | Cylinders | Arrangement | Application | Group / build |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16V 1163 TB73L | 16 | V | marine | build 3 |
| 20V 1163 TB73 | 20 | V | marine | build 3 |
| 20V 1163 TB73L | 20 | V | marine | build 3 |
| 12V 1163 TB93 | 12 | V | marine | build 3 |
| 16V 1163 TB93 | 16 | V | marine | build 3 |
| 20V 1163 TB93 | 20 | V | marine | build 3 |
| 16V 1163 TB76 | 16 | V | marine | build 6 |
| 16V 1163 TB76L | 16 | V | marine | build 6 |
| 16V 1163 TB82 | 16 | V | — | build 2 |
| 20V 1163 TB82 | 20 | V | — | build 2 |
How Each Model Code Reads
- 16V 1163 TB73L: 16 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 1163, turbocharged, charge-air code TB, application group 7 (marine), build 3, increased rating (L)
- 20V 1163 TB73: 20 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 1163, turbocharged, charge-air code TB, application group 7 (marine), build 3
- 20V 1163 TB73L: 20 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 1163, turbocharged, charge-air code TB, application group 7 (marine), build 3, increased rating (L)
- 12V 1163 TB93: 12 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 1163, turbocharged, charge-air code TB, application group 9 (marine), build 3
- 16V 1163 TB93: 16 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 1163, turbocharged, charge-air code TB, application group 9 (marine), build 3
- 20V 1163 TB93: 20 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 1163, turbocharged, charge-air code TB, application group 9 (marine), build 3
- 16V 1163 TB76: 16 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 1163, turbocharged, charge-air code TB, application group 7 (marine), build 6
- 16V 1163 TB76L: 16 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 1163, turbocharged, charge-air code TB, application group 7 (marine), build 6, increased rating (L)
- 16V 1163 TB82: 16 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 1163, turbocharged, charge-air code TB, application group 8, build 2
- 20V 1163 TB82: 20 cylinders in V arrangement, Series 1163, turbocharged, charge-air code TB, application group 8, build 2
Full parts list for this model family: MTU 1163 TB73 to TB93 Parts List
Engine-series references do not confirm every installation. Final fitment of 5840300020-42 depends on the full engine serial number and assembly position.
Common Replacement Scenarios
This part is commonly replaced when:
- compression loss, liner wear, scoring, or high oil consumption is reported
- size grade must match the engine overhaul specification
- a major overhaul list needs matched piston, ring, liner, and bearing references
Cross-Reference and Superseded Part Numbers
Catalog history distinguishes earlier and later numbers where documented. Reference-only entries do not establish replacement direction or interchangeability. Confirm the offered number against the engine serial number and installation.
| Part number | Catalog relationship |
|---|---|
| R5840300020/42 | Reference only; direction unconfirmed |
| E5840300020/42 | Reference only; direction unconfirmed |
Common Applications
- Major overhaul
- In-frame rebuild
- Marine engine service
- Industrial engine repair
Information to Send for Quotation
- Exact part number: 5840300020-42
- Part name or assembly position: Connecting Rod
- Engine model / series: MTU 1163
- Engine serial number from nameplate
- Old-part photo showing number, connector, port, or size marking
- Required quantity and whether partial shipment is acceptable
- Destination country, delivery deadline, and preferred shipping method
The quotation confirms the offered part number, supply condition, price, lead time, and shipping options.
Ordering Notes
For 5840300020-42, send the engine model, serial number, quantity, old-part photo, and destination country. We will confirm whether the item is OEM, OEM-alternative, reman, or superseded before quotation.
5840300020-42 FAQ
Does 5840300020-42 fit MTU 1163?
5840300020-42 Connecting Rod is checked against MTU 1163. Final fitment depends on the engine serial number, rating, and installation position.
What information is needed to quote 5840300020-42?
Send the part number, engine model, engine serial number, old-part photo, quantity, destination country, and required delivery date. This lets us confirm stock route, packing, and shipping options.
Can you check alternatives or superseded numbers for 5840300020-42?
5840300020-42 may relate to R5840300020/42, E5840300020/42. Final replacement status is checked against the engine serial number before quote.
When is 5840300020-42 usually replaced?
compression loss, liner wear, scoring, or high oil consumption is reported; size grade must match the engine overhaul specification; a major overhaul list needs matched piston, ring, liner, and bearing references.
Verification Notes
- Confirm engine model, serial number, required quantity, and destination before ordering.
- Send old part photos or nameplate details when markings or replacement status are unclear.
- Priority item: part number, supersession, and export packing details are checked before quote.
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