OXE Marine AB (OXE Marine) has developed a concept engine with hybrid drive that combines the diesel drive of OXE Marine's outboards with electric drive and thus offers even lower fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions.
The OXE Hybrid 450 concept engine is the world's first hybridised diesel outboard in the higher power classes and premiers at the Miami International Boat Show, in Miami, Florida, USA.
OXE Hybrid 450 concept engine
The OXE Hybrid 450 concept engine is based on OXE Marine’s fuel-efficient diesel outboard - OXE300
The OXE Hybrid 450 concept engine is based on OXE Marine’s fuel-efficient diesel outboard - OXE300. By equipping the existing rig with a 400-volt electric motor connected to a lithium-ion battery, additional opportunities for fuel savings are achieved along with the benefits that pure electric operation offers.
In combination with HVO100 biodiesel, the OXE Hybrid 450 can contribute to greatly reduced carbon dioxide emissions compared to a traditional gasoline-fueled outboard.
Electric motor drives power transmission directly
Thanks to the fact that the electric motor drives the power transmission directly, it can also be used as a generator to charge the battery during diesel operation.
Anders Berg, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of OXE Marine AB, said “The OXE Hybrid 450 combines the best of both worlds, the energy efficiency of diesel operation with the electric motor's steep torque curve and the possibility of a completely emission-free operation.”
Reduced fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions
Anders Berg adds, “Thanks to its flexibility, our concept engine provides reduced fuel consumption and reduced carbon dioxide emissions, while also being able to deliver additional power when needed, for example during acceleration when the fossil engine's consumption is extra high.”
The battery capacity has been dimensioned to enable quiet and completely emission-free operation when visiting a port, fishing, or while traveling in waters where fossil-fuelled boats are not allowed.
World’s first hybrid diesel outboard in the higher power classes
The OXE Hybrid 450 has a total power of 450 horsepower and is the world’s first hybrid diesel outboard
At the same time, the well-measured capacity, and the ability to charge while underway mean that the battery can be used to power additional, energy-demanding equipment on board.
The OXE Hybrid 450 has a total power of 450 horsepower and is the world’s first hybrid diesel outboard in the higher power classes.
Field tests together with Nimbus Group
The OXE Hybrid 450 has been developed in close cooperation with customers and boat manufacturers. During the spring season, OXE Marine will, together with the boat manufacturer - Nimbus Group, conduct field tests of an OXE Hybrid 450 on a Nimbus T9.
The plan is then to start series production in the second half of 2023. The OXE Hybrid 450 will be premiered at the Miami International Boat Show in Miami, Florida, USA, which opens runs from February 15th until February 19th, 2023.
High performance and fuel efficiency
“Through our field tests, we have previously proven the great value of our engines, when it comes to reducing fuel consumption and carbon dioxide emissions, and we are really looking forward to the results of the upcoming tests of the OXE Hybrid 450 together with Nimbus Group,” adds Anders Berg, the CEO of OXE Marine AB.
