Mercedes-Benz
Mercedes-Benz OM 366 A
OM 300 Series
Mercedes-Benz OM 366 A OM 300 Series diesel engine. Legacy turbocharged medium-duty diesel with broad industrial and vocational use.
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- 1 datasheet
- Last updated
- 2026-08-04
- Package route
- diesel generator sets
- Maximum Mechanical Power
- 125 kW
- Cylinders
- L6
- Displacement
- 5.958 L
- Rated Speed
- 2,600 RPM
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Mercedes-Benz OM 366 A industrial power context
The Mercedes-Benz OM 366 A is a high-speed industrial diesel engine rated at 125 kW mechanical output at 2,600 RPM. It is used in off-road equipment and can support engineered variable-speed power systems, but its maximum power is not a direct 50/60 Hz alternator rating. Verify the drivetrain, power electronics, cooling, and emissions installation with Volvo Penta before specifying a generator package.
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | OM 366 A |
| Series | OM 300 Series |
| Configuration | L6, turbocharged |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 5.958 L |
| Compression Ratio | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | Euro Stage I |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum power output of the Mercedes-Benz OM 366 A?
The Mercedes-Benz OM 366 A has a maximum mechanical output of 125 kW at 2,600 rpm. This is a variable-speed off-road rating, not a fixed-speed generator-set rating.
What fuel does the Mercedes-Benz OM 366 A use?
The Mercedes-Benz OM 366 A is a diesel variable-speed industrial engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the OM 366 A?
The Mercedes-Benz OM 366 A is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 5.958 L.
What emissions information is listed for the OM 366 A?
This record lists Euro Stage I for the Mercedes-Benz OM 366 A. Confirm the exact engine family, model year, configuration and applicable manufacturer certification documents before specifying it for a regulated project. A database label does not establish certification of a complete generator package.
Is the OM 366 A still in production?
No — the Mercedes-Benz OM 366 A is discontinued. Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.
Are reference documents available for the OM 366 A?
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