The development of Rolls-Royce diesel engines began in 1948. By 1955 the company was providing diesel engines for automotive, railway, industrial, earth-moving and marine use. Most famously known as a luxury car brand, Rolls-Royce is a name synonymous with superior engineering quality. Founded in 1904 by Charles Rolls and Henry Royce, the Rolls-Royce brand is still proud to pioneer cutting-edge technologies over a century later.
The advent of Rolls-Royce diesel engines
Rolls-Royce began the design and development of their first diesel engines in 1948, which grew into their C series diesel engine range. They were manufactured by the Rolls-Royce Oil Engine Division. The C range was a series of in-line 4, 6, and 8 cylinder engines with a power output from 100 to 450 bhp. These diesel engines were used in a range of applications, such as:
- generating sets
- compressors
- construction equipment and vehicles
- marine propulsion
- railway locomotives
The C range were best known for the most common C6SFL six-cylinder variant, with a conventional water-cooled vertical inline 6 four-stroke diesel engine of 12.17 litres. The Rolls-Royce Eagle was a modified version of the C range 6 cylinder engine with an output of 200 to 300 bhp that was used in heavy vehicles. Following the C range, the Rolls-Royce D range was developed. The D range boasted V engines with outputs from 400 to 750 bhp for generating sets and marine and railway applications. The Bergen collection of Rolls-Royce medium speed diesel engines are a favourite in the marine industry in particular.
Where to find Rolls-Royce diesel engines in South Africa
At IEP Power Products, we stock a comprehensive range of Rolls-Royce diesel engines as well as engine parts and spares. We are the leading stockists and service providers of genuine and replacement industrial and agricultural power products in South Africa. Since opening our doors in 1985, we have been committed to offering a reliable and professional service. Feel free to download our full stock list from our site to browse our impressive selection quality Rolls-Royce products, or speak to one of our experts if you need assistance finding a particular make or model. Our team provides full sales support and after-sales service to ensure that you are completely satisfied with your Rolls-Royce product. Contact IEP Power Products today for Rolls-Royce diesel engines.