A six-cylinder 249hp engine is one of the three new models currently in development. UK-based Perkins Marine unveiled a concept design from its next-generation propulsion range, the Perkins M245C, at Seawork recently.
The M245C, a six-cylinder 249hp engine, is one of the three marine propulsion models currently in development. This line-up will also include the M175C and M200C models – each engineered to deliver robust performance for both commercial and leisure applications. The new models are also designed for versatility, featuring ease of repower and flexible options for new builds. The new propulsion platform is currently undergoing design and validation at Perkins’ marine headquarters in Wimborne, UK. Plans are also underway for field testing aboard commercial workboats, ensuring real-world performance and durability. The new propulsion range will also meet modern emissions standards, Perkins says. Production is scheduled to begin in 2026, with the order board opening in Q4 2025.
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