NEWSLETTER OF POWER EQUIPMENT PTY LTD - AUSTRALIAPOWER NEWSPOWER NEWS

Issue 16 MARCH 2001

Both Powered ByYanmar's 230hp

4LHA-STZE Sterndrives

230hp 4LHM-STZEWA Boatbui

lders Give

Yanmar

The Thumb

s Up!

The directions read, “head south fromAlice Springs about 270K and turn right atthe red mailbox”, “it’s about 13k pastKulgera”.

Geoff Tickle (PE’s Power Product Managerin Qld) and myself felt like we were headingfor the centre of Australia, and little did weknow we were! Mt. Cavenagh Station wasthe destination where 2 nd generation ownerBruce Morton, had recently taken delivery of10 brand new Yanmar TF60 diesel engines.Just West of the homestead is a large rock ofsimilar structure to nearby (300k’s) AyersRock on top of which is the JohnstoneGeodetic Point which until recently was thegeographic centre of Australia. Now with newGPS satellite technology the centre hasactually been relocated some 100k’s NE, butwe won’t let the facts get in the way of a goodyarn!

"10 brand new YanmarTF60 diesel engines"

Bruce and his family only acquired MtCavenagh a few years ago but his family haveowned neighbouring station Victory Downs fortwo generations. In fact the road thru to VictoryDowns is the old dirt road to Ayers Rock, andBruce can remember his parents running amotel on the property to service the earlytourist buses. That’s all gone now with thenew bitumen road leaving the Stuart Highwaysome 100Klm’s north at Erldunda. Anotherinteresting piece of history is that in 1962 theSouth Australian Government commissionedMr. Len Beadell to construct a road from theNorthern Territory thru to Western Australia,this road became the now famous Gun BarrelHighway and it starts on Victory DownsStation. Bruce remembers well how Lenstayed at the homestead with his parentspreparing for the task ahead.

"is the old dirt road toAyers Rock"

Johnston Point with homestead in background.

TF60 - 8000 hrs and still going strong!

Picture postcard stuff.

Along with the two stations Bruce also leasesaround 1000 square miles of land from thePitjanjara Community extending his pastoralarea into South Australia, all in all around 3000square miles. When asked “how many headof cattle can you support per acre?” the replywas “errr nearly one!” “this is arid, dry countryand water is precious”. There are around 80bores and wells on the three properties witharound 50 diesel engines driving them, about50 of them also have windmills. There is amixture of Yanmar and Kubota engines on theproperty but Bruce feels he is getting betterlife from the Yanmars thus his recent decisionto purchase new TF60’s. All power to thehomesteads and worksheds is supplied bydiesel generators, too big for Yanmar’s soHino figures fairly well on many stations,maybe one day we might see a 60kva Yanmarset.

"Bruce feels he is getting better life fromthe Yanmars"

Bruce has one Yanmar on the station that hethinks must be at least 8 years old with atleast 8, 000 hours on it, during the dry hotmonths this engine still runs 24 hours a daysupplying water to the stock and unfortunatelya myriad of wild camels, donkey’s anddingoes. They’ve had three fairly good yearssince the drought and the country is apparentlylooking good, I can’t imagine what it was likeduring the drought. This region only gets anaverage of 8 inches of rain per year so whenengines fail or break down it’s seriousbusiness!

It’s not just bore engines that work hard outthere, Bruce’s three month old Toyota LandCruiser already has 20,000 km’s on it justrunning around the properties.

MIKE EDWARDSPE - VIC

A Victory

Yanmar TF SeriesYanmar TF Series

* Direct Fuel Injection Produce Dyanmic Power

* Bigger Displacement Gives More In Reserve

* Delivers the Power It Promises, Right Over 40°C

* Great Lube System = Great Reliability

* Easy Operation

* Simple Servicing

* Low Noise Level

* Minimal Vibration

Bruce Morton (right), & Station Hand Bert

Geoff Tickle (PE, Qld) inspecting engine.

Water is a precious compodity.

South to the border.

BreakawayBreakaway

'Breakaway' is the second South Australian lobster boat to be poweredby Yanmar's new 6KYM-ETE marine diesel, following in the wake of theLegend 45 'Southern Aura' (Power News No. 15).

"This diesel powerhouse is in all regards the ideal engine for Australiancray fisherman operating boats in the 50 to 70 foot area with either singleor twin installations," said Con Mammides, Power Equipment's NationalMarine Sales Manager.

"It's a brand new engine that slots beautifully into the 500 to 600hp marketfor high speed planing work boats".

A lower engine profile and narrow installation envelope make it an idealchoice for boats where a low deck line is essential.

The 6KYM-ETE has a displacement of 13.7 litres, weighs 1,450kg andfeatures a direct injection system supported by 4 valve/cylindertechnology, dual turbochargers and a high pressure in-line pump.

Previously all Yanmar engines were single rated with different modelnumbers.

"In this case what they've done is given the engine multi-rating and youorder the specific rating at 500, 550, 600 or 650hp depending on theapplication," Con continued.

"We decided for South Australian crayboats we would use the 600hprating and monitor it to see how it developed."

Asked why he had decided on the Yanmar diesel, Shannon Moran (skipperof Breakaway) replied: I just wanted something that hopefully would giveus 10,000 hours trouble free. Something that in 10 years time we couldrebuild and do another 10 years."

Shannon hoped for at least this length of service from his new Yanmar,and Con was confident he would enjoy much more than that.

"I would have thought anything up to 15,000 hours before any majoroverhaul work wouldn't be out of the question" he stated.

Aboard 'Breakaway' the power-packed, six cylinder diesel spins an Australpropeller through a ZF IRM350A gearboxof 2.077:1 reduction with the packagefuelled by 3,000 litres of diesel.

Rated at 600hp at 2150rpm, it delivers amaximum speed of 22 knots and a cruisingrate of 18 knots.

"It reaches it's cruising speed easier thanexpected so we're very pleased with that,"Shannon said.Extract: Professional Fisherman - February 2001

Issue.

"Breakaway"

Perry Catamaran's new premies inCoomera, Qld

Perry Cat's Under Construction

Jenny Perry & Manager, Mark Johnson

Inside Perry 43

Top: Perry 43 export vessel being loaded onto theQueensland Star prior to departure to the US.

The Perry 43 -Pure Luxury With

Yanmar Power

feature with close spaced cylinderssave space and weight. Extensiveuse of aluminium alloys in oil pan,covers, and in many parts also makefor good weight savings.

Sophisticated engine mounts, a rangeof velvet smooth transmissions,micron-precision fuel systemcomponents, close attention tobearing tolerances and accuratebalance of moving parts make for low-noise, low vibration, low emission, lowdowntime and easy to live withengines.

Inlet swirl design improves fuel-airmix, extra high pressure fuel injectionsystem with micron-precision injectorsand close attention to coolant flowminimises hot and cool spots – theseare just some of the ways Yanmarimproves combustion efficiency.

Long, trouble-free engine life is acommon reason for choosing Yanmar.Worldwide parts backup and quickresponse times make for minimumdowntime. These engines are againand again the favoured choice forbluewater yachtsmen and boat ownersthe world over.

The new Perry 43 Catamaran fromPerry Catamarans is a combinationof style, comfort and performance,focusing on handling and quality. Ithas the style owners dream of.

Bryan Perry is a fourth generationshipwright who has been involved inthe boat building industry constructingvessels for the past 35 years. Overthe last 10 years Bryan has workedon a wide range of multihulls with ateam of talented shipwrights and hehas drawn on this invaluableexperience to manufacture the Perry43 Catamaran.

As you step onboard the Perry 43Catamaran you appreciate theelegant lines and functional design ofthe spacious interior whichincorporates an open living and diningarea in the main saloon and large,covered cockpit.

The Perry 43 Catamaran has beendesigned with four interior layoutsproviding accommodation for privateor luxury charter use. The largeseparate cabins provide well lit,ventilated areas for relaxation andprivacy.

A large open deck area and forwardnets allow the crew to lounge in a safe,relaxed atmosphere whilst taking sunor a twilight toast under the stars.

The design of the Perry 43 Catamaranpermits flowing access from the mainsaloon through the cockpit leading outto the aft integrated steps which giveeasy access to floating marinepontoons or the water for swimmingand diving activities. There is also aconvenient hideaway swim ladder.

The fully equipped galley is light, airyand open to the saloon area. It hasspacious benches with amplepreparation and storage.

Perry Catamarans have recentlymoved into new premises inCoomera, Queensland which islocated near Gold Coast City Marina.They are also setting up a newcompany called "Pacific Yachts"which will specialise in Power Cats,with a 55 foot vessel being offeredwith the fantastic Yanmar 6LY-STE's.

Where Yanmar Fits In

Perry Catamaran's use the Yanmar3JH3-CE 40hp at 3800rpm and alsooffer clients the 4JH3-CE now 56hpat 3800rpm, sail drive units.

These engines are naturally aspiratedand have been joined by three newrelease 4 cylinder engines, the 4JH3-TE (turbo), the 4JH3-HTE (intercooler-turbo) and the 4JH3-DTE (hi-powerintercooler turbo), to create a familyof lightweight, user-friendly, cleanand reliable marine diesels. Acompact design iron block and head

A Diver's DreamGraham Gunness was a customer who knew exactly what he wanted. He actually gave Rob Kirby, of KirbyMarine, a printed brief of everything the new boat had to be capable of.

He wanted a boat he could anchor in open waters in 20 knots of wind and dive from comfortably- which, amongother things, meant there had to be plenty of room for kitting-up. It had to stay comfortable travelling home inthe seas created by 30 knots of beam or following wind, and had to be capable of travelling a long way.

Very few divers are as committed to their sport as Graham, but the boat Rob Kirby built him is capable of turningany diver (or fisherman, come to that) green with envy. It is absolutely a custom boat – it does not even havea model name.

Naval architect Gavin Mair created the design to order, using the hull form he calls an AirRider. The sharp hullis flanked by partial wing hulls, forming tunnels forward which dwindle away in the run aft. The boat’s forwardspeed rams air into the tunnels to give extra cushioning to the ride. This does not need especially high speedto work.

“Hal” (she is named after the computer in 2001 – A Space Odyssey) cruises at 23 to 25 knots and ridessupremely well.

Of course the size helps with the ride. At 9.2m by 3.5m, and 2.7 tonnes empty, this has to be one of the biggestwalk-throughs around. Most boats of this size have cabins, bathrooms, dinettes and the like. Hal’s completeopenness makes her practical as a day boat and yet still perfectly useable for on-board living for a party ofdivers.

A clip-in camping kit is stored on board which links with the permanent fabric canopy to make a big enclosedspace. The forward seats can double as beds and there is any amount of room for camp stretchers and swags.

Fold-out cooking facilities are in a box under the driver’s seat and there is cold storage everywhere in the boat.In the port side console there is tailored storage for Graham’s underwater camera gear and along the sidesthere are clips for 12 scuba tanks.

Under the floor is a walkway (crouchway, really) giving access to more storage and smaller compartments areunder seats and within the transom thickness.

Twelve tanks do not come near to filling Graham’s needs, so he also carries a compressor.

The deck is carried high enough for it to be absolutely flush – no raised hatch over the engine, which is asurprisingly small 230hp, four-cylinder Yanmar diesel driving through a Mercruiser Bravo 2 leg. This engine candrive Hal with full tanks and 10 passengers at 30 knots, which speaks volumes for the hull’s efficiency.

The tanks hold 1000 litres of fuel. At cruising speed, the frugal Yanmar burns about 10 litres an hour. SoGraham has a range of over 2000 miles at his disposal. He intends using chunks of it on diving expeditionsto the Montebellos and to Rowley Shoals, and non-diving cruisers through the Kimberley.

South Australia's New Water Rats

Late last year LeisureCat Australia were successful in their tender to supply the South Australian Water Policewith a new 8.6 m vessel to replace their tired and well worked Shark Cat.

At 8.6m long with a 2.9m beam, the LeisureCat Profisher is an ideal choice for this type of Patrol boat work,with design and advancement in vessel shape well progressed since the vessel to be replaced was built.

First and foremost the vessel to be supplied had to have a pair of sterndrive diesels installed. The narrowsponsons that give this boat its shape and speed would have to accommodate a 200 HP plus diesel engine asstipulated. More at home with a big pair of outboards, the LeisureCat Profisher had to accommodate two ofthese sizeable diesel engines in its twin hulls, and retain its integrity and power to weight distribution. Thechoice was simple, a pair of the 4LHA-STZE 230hp Yanmar diesels would do the trick.

Much lighter and smaller than the competition in this range, these engines would fit snugly into the sponsonsof this model and allow for flush deck hatches to 2C Survey to be installed.

In accordance with the tender and the proposed use of this vessel, no expense has been spared with theElectronics installed on this boat. Furuno Radar, GPS and Colour Sounder are all interfaced with each otherwith a data distribution panel linked to accept input from an on-board computer and Yeoman map/chart plotter.A Coursemaster Auto pilot allows hands free operation of the vessel and also takes its course from the GPS.

With a comfortable hinged chart table with chart storage under and effective lighting systems the inside cabinof this boat is state of the art. The navigator is faced with a backlit recessed radio box terminal that houses allthe Police and multiple band radio’s including a H.F. radio and Stereo radio/cassette player.

Creature comforts on board include a Automatic 2 burner gas cook top and 88 litre Engel dual voltage fridgefitted neatly into a purpose made galley on the Port side of the cabin. A single bunk was requested and fittedin the forward section of the cabin and is big enough for the tallest officer to sleep comfortably in.

The custom made dash is big enough to flush mount all the instruments mentioned easily with maximumviewing capacity for the driver and navigator. The two engine panels have also been allocated good visualspace either side of the steering column. Heavy Duty wipers with freshwater wash keep vision through the10mm armor glass to a premium and 12 volt Air Conditioning and heating system keeps the crew comfortablein all weather conditions.

A top speed fully loaded of 34 knots and comfortable and economical cruising speed of 25 knots is a credit tothe quiet 230 hp Yanmar engines installed . With cabin door closed or open, normal conversation can be heldwith engines working underneath the hatches.

Given the tag as the perfect balance of size and power for a Patrol boat by the Department of TransportSurveyor in charge of its commissioning, LeisureCat have come up with a vessel with the right balance foranybody considering a boat required for this type of use. With a range from 7m to 10m models also availableit is little wonder they are fast becoming a genuine force in the powered Catamaran industry here in Australia.

In Western Australia, Yanmar's 4LHA-STZE Diesel Engine has becomepopular with a variety of end user's. The engine offers fantastic power toweight and displacement ratio as well as low noise, low vibration and isvery economical on fuel. The combination of a Yanmar Diesel andMerCruiser sterndrive give a wide variety of engine and propulsion choicesto better suit individual boating needs.

Power Equipment's sales representative in WA is Scott Alexander. If youare based in WA and would like to know more about Yanmar's 4LHA-STZEor these two stories please contact Scott at Power Equipment Pty Ltd, ph:08 9330 7344 or email scott.alexander@yanmar.com.au.

Model 4LHA-STZEClass "MERCRUISER" Sterndrive EngineConfiguration 4-stroke, vertical, water cooledNo. Of Cyl 4 in-lineBore x Stroke 100mm x 110xxDisplacement 3.455litCont. Rating 140kW (190hp)Max Output 169kW (230hp)Dry Weight 486kgs

4LHA-STZE

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