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CM2.16 Marine Diesel Engine
Built on a trusted Mitsubishi industrial engine, the CM2.16 delivers proven performance worldwide and comes with reliable global support for worry-free sailing; a dependable marine diesel engine for boat builders, dealers, and distributors who need consistent supply and long-term backup.
- Seawater resistant cast exhaust bend, providing a long and efficient service life.
- Cupronickel heat exchanger resistance to corrosion.
- Air inlet silencer.
- Based on a Mitsubishi industrial engine, proven world-wide and with an equally world-wide support.
- Complies with RCD II regulations.
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| Cylinders | 2 In Line |
| Cylinder Capacity | 635 cm³ |
| Power | 11,8 kW / 16 hp |
| Max. Engine Speed | 3.600 rpm |
| Max. Torque | 36 Nm |
| Aspiration | Natural |
| Alternator | 70 A / 12 V (Bosch / SEG) |
| Cooling System | Indirect, With Heat Exchanger |
| Flexible Engine Mounts | CM Type 2 |
| Calorifier Connection | Optional |
| Exhaust Diameter | ø40 mm |
| Electronic Protection | 10 A Circuit Breaker |
| Stop Solenoid | Energized To Stop |
| Max. Installation Angle | 15° (Backwards) |
| Weight | 90 kg |
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Applications & Compatibility
The CM2.16 fits a focused range of small vessel builds and repower works:
- Small sailboats and auxiliary sail-assist installations
- Day cruisers, small motor launches and workboats
- Compatible with the ZF10 gearbox setup for straightforward drivetrain integration
- Suited to repower projects replacing older, less efficient boat diesel engines
Built for Boat Builders & Dealers
As the entry point into the Craftsman Marine range, the CM2.16 is often a distributor’s first stocked unit, and its support is built for that. Its Mitsubishi base keeps parts and technicians easy to find almost anywhere; manuals ship in six languages so a regional team isn’t stuck translating; and every unit leaves the factory to the same spec, which makes early OEM runs and small bulk orders easy to plan. Craftsman Marine’s global distributor network picks up from there.
Technical Advantages
Small footprint aside, a few specific choices are what keep the CM2.16 cheap to run over years of use:
- Energized-to-stop solenoid gives a dependable, fail-safe shutdown
- 10 A circuit breaker for straightforward electrical protection
- Optional calorifier connection for onboard hot water without extra retrofitting
Why Choose This Product
As the smallest engine in the range, the CM2.16 wins repeat orders less on power and more on how rarely it becomes a support ticket, that’s the pitch dealers actually use.
- Mitsubishi-based industrial engine platform, proven and supported worldwide
- Cupronickel heat exchanger and seawater-resistant cast exhaust bend for long-term corrosion resistance
- Indirect cooling system that protects internals from raw seawater
- Complies with RCD II regulations for recreational craft
- Compact 90 kg build with flexible CM Type 2 engine mounts for straightforward installation
Frequently Asked Questions
What size of boat is the CM2.16 marine diesel engine built for?
The CM2.16 is sized for small sailboats, auxiliary sail-assist setups and small motor launches, its 635 cm³, 2-cylinder Mitsubishi block delivers 11.8 kW (16 hp), enough for auxiliary propulsion without adding unnecessary weight to a light hull.
Is the CM2.16 a practical first engine for a new dealer to stock?
Yes. As the entry point into the Craftsman Marine diesel engines lineup, it carries the lowest parts and service overhead in the range, with manuals already translated into six languages and a Mitsubishi base that’s easy to support almost anywhere.
What gearbox pairs with the CM2.16?
The CM2.16 is set up for the ZF10 gearbox; drawings for that configuration are listed in the Downloads section on this page.
How does the CM2.16 resist saltwater corrosion?
It runs a cupronickel heat exchanger and a seawater-resistant cast exhaust bend on an indirect cooling system, so raw seawater never reaches the internal components directly.
What's the practical difference between the CM2.16 and the CM3.27?
Both share the same Mitsubishi platform and support network, but the CM3.27 adds a third cylinder for roughly 70% more torque (58.5 Nm vs 36 Nm) at a higher weight (113 kg vs 90 kg) , the CM2.16 stays the lighter, lower-torque option of the two.
What is the CM2.16's installation angle and mounting setup?
It supports a maximum installation angle of 15° backwards and is fitted on CM Type 2 flexible engine mounts, at a total engine weight of 90 kg.