Maybach HL230
| Maybach HL230 | |
|---|---|
The Maybach HL230 P30 in Sinsheim Auto & Technik Museum | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Maybach |
| Layout | |
| Configuration | V-12 |
| Displacement | 23.095 L (1,409.3 cu in) |
| Cylinder bore | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Piston stroke | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| Cylinder block material | Grey cast iron |
| Cylinder head material | Grey cast iron |
| Valvetrain | SOHC |
| Compression ratio | 6.8:1 |
| Combustion | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
| Output | |
| Power output | 700 PS (510 kW; 690 hp) @ 3,000 rpm |
| Dimensions | |
| Dry weight | 1,200 kg (2,600 lb) |
The Maybach HL230 was a water-cooled 60° 23 litre V12 petrol engine designed by Maybach. It was used during World War II in medium and heavy German tanks – the Panther, Jagdpanther, Tiger II, Jagdtiger (HL230 P30), and later versions of the Tiger I and Sturmtiger (HL230 P45).