Perkins 6-3544M Identifying model

[WestCoastMcgyver]

New to me 38' trawler, 1984 Perkins 6-3544M 5100 hrs, becoming more confused regarding this model vs the Range 4 135, seems they are the same? Anyone that could give some clarification, run out of search options, thought it would be easy! lol serial #TW7008U691101K

 

[STB]

The 6.3544 is the range 4.

The first TW indicates that it is naturally aspirated vs a TU which is either simply turbo charged or both turbocharged and intercooled, or TX whixh is compensated for use at altitude.

 

[STB]

Also, that engine was advertised using SI units as 92kw @ 2800rpm. Thats about 125hp, giving the ~1% difference between metric and US hp.

 

[STB]

Also that U means it was made in the UK and the K means it was made in 1983.

 

[WestCoastMcgyver]

Appreciate your reply STB. Other vessels I've owned I've always carried a plethora of spare parts, I want to start to build an inventory for this boat but needed specifics on the model ect. Is there a Perkins "go-to" for parts? ie O rings for the heat exchanger, starter, exhaust manifold gaskets etc......

 

[STB]

My two are...

https://www.tadiesels.com/

S & W Diesel
sales@swdieselinc.com
310-835-3155
336 Lakme Ave, Wilmington, CA 90744

And for rebuilding injector pumps and injectors....

Diesel Injection Service
+1 310-200-9056
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057208339704&mibextid=ZbWKwL

 

[rochepoint]

Welcome from Sidney BC...........
I have had this PDF for ever, it shows all the codes for Perkins engine numbers.
Enjoy!

 

[WestCoastMcgyver]

Appreciate the info gents.......