PARSUN D200 Powers Commercial Passenger Vessel to 31.5 Knots
A 7.5-meter commercial passenger vessel powered by the PARSUN D200 diesel outboard achieved a top speed of 31.5 knots at 4,000 rpm, demonstrating strong performance for demanding commercial operations.
Project Background
Commercial passenger operations demand more than top-end speed. Operators need dependable power, strong low-end torque and a propulsion system that can handle frequent operation while remaining straightforward to service and maintain.
In Qingdao, China, a 7.5-meter (24.6 ft) commercial passenger vessel rated for six persons was equipped with a PARSUN D200 diesel outboard.
The installation demonstrates how diesel outboard propulsion can combine the durability and torque characteristics required for commercial use with the installation and maintenance advantages of an outboard platform.
The Vessel
Designed as a compact, open-deck passenger boat, the vessel measures 7.5 meters (24.6 ft) in length with a 2.5-meter (8.2 ft) beam and weighs approximately 2.2 metric tons (4,850 lb).
Its relatively compact hull and open seating layout make it well suited to short-distance passenger transportation, sightseeing and other coastal commercial applications where maneuverability, usable deck space and dependable propulsion are important.
Performance on the Water
Powered by a PARSUN D200 diesel outboard and fitted with a 17-inch propeller, the vessel reached:
31.5 knots at 4,000 rpm
For a 7.5-meter commercial passenger boat, the result highlights the D200's ability to deliver strong acceleration and high-speed performance while providing the torque characteristics associated with diesel propulsion.
The outboard configuration also eliminates the need for a conventional inboard engine room, helping simplify installation while freeing up valuable space onboard.
Built for Commercial Duty
For commercial operators, performance is only part of the equation.
The PARSUN D200 combines strong diesel torque, dependable power delivery and the serviceability of an outboard platform, making it a practical propulsion solution for passenger vessels, workboats and other demanding marine applications.
For operators looking to combine commercial-grade diesel performance with the flexibility of an outboard, the D200 offers a compelling alternative to traditional inboard propulsion systems.
Boat Information
System at a Glance
| Specification | Qingdao Passenger Vessel |
| Application | Commercial Passenger Vessel |
| Rated Capacity | 6 persons |
| Length Overall | 7.5 m / 24.6 ft |
| Beam | 2.5 m / 8.2 ft |
| Vessel Weight | 2.2 metric tons / approx. 4,850 lb |
| Engine | PARSUN D200 Diesel Outboard |
| Propeller | 17 in |
| Engine Speed | 4,000 rpm |
| Recorded Speed | 31.5 knots / 36.2 mph / 58.3 km/h |
| Location | Qingdao, China |
