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Ford 2712E Engine Specs
2700 Dorset Series
The Ford 2712E is a 4.15 L inline-4 diesel engine in the Ford Dorset/Dover family. This reference page summarizes 2712E specs, manual links, 60 kW output at 1,500 rpm, legacy marine and industrial context, and related Ford generator package engines.
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- 1 datasheet
- Last updated
- 2026-08-04
- Package route
- diesel generator sets
- Mechanical Output
- 60 kW
- Cylinders
- L4
- Displacement
- 4.15 L
- Rated Speed
- 1,500 RPM
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The Ford 2712E is a 4.15 L inline-4 diesel engine in the Ford Dorset/Dover family. This reference page summarizes 2712E specs, manual links, 60 kW output at 1,500 rpm, legacy marine and industrial context, and related Ford generator package engines.
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What is the Ford 2712E?
The Ford 2712E is a 4.15 L inline-4 diesel engine from the Ford Dorset/Dover industrial and marine family. This page collects the key 2712E engine specs for buyers and owners: 60 kW output at 1,500 rpm, naturally aspirated marine/industrial diesel configuration, liquid cooling, United Kingdom origin and legacy manual/datasheet context. Because 1,500 rpm aligns with 50 Hz generator speed, the 2712E is especially relevant for older genset, marine and repower searches, but alternator and package fit still need confirmation.
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | Ford |
| Model | 2712E |
| Series | 2700 Dorset Series |
| Configuration | L4, naturally aspirated marine/industrial diesel |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 4.15 L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | Unregulated |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Year Introduced | 1968 |
| Year Discontinued | 1982 |
Frequently asked questions
What fuel does the Ford 2712E use?
The Ford 2712E is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the 2712E?
The Ford 2712E is an inline-4 (4-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 4.15 L.
Is the 2712E still in production?
No — the Ford 2712E is discontinued (production ended around 1982). Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.
Are reference documents available for the 2712E?
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