Lehman Fuel Consumption

GPH data for Lehman marinized Ford Dorset and Dover diesel engines.

The Ford Dorset and Dover engines are a series of inline four and six cylinder diesel engines that were marinized by the Lehman Brothers of New Jersey. The engines were built in the United Kingdom.
Engine HPIdle10001500200025002600 WOT
4D524800.40.61.12.23.84.54.5
4D50800.40.61.12.23.84.54.5
4D61900.40.71.22.44.35.05.0
6D363T1200.50.81.43.05.26.06.0
6D3801350.50.81.32.84.36.66.6
Super 90 – 254 cid900.40.71.22.44.35.05.0
Super 135 – 380 cid1350.50.81.32.84.36.66.6
Super 1851850.61.01.83.86.57.57.5
Super 2252250.71.22.14.57.89.09.0
Super 2752750.81.42.55.59.511.011.0
Super 3553551.01.83.27.012.514.514.5
*All values in GPH. Figures don't account for boat drag, sea conditions, propeller pitch/size, or efficiency losses through transmissions and bearings. WOT = Wide Open Throttle.

Lehman Super 90 Specification

4-cylinder naturally aspirated diesel — 254 cid / 4.15L

Type4 cylinders in line, 4-cycle overhead valve, naturally aspirated diesel
Bore / Stroke4.22 in × 4.52 in (107 × 115 mm)
Displacement254 cu in (4.15 L)
Gross Power90 bhp @ 2,600 RPM
Compression Ratio16:1
FuelASTM D975 Class 2-D or BS 2869 Class A1
Oil Capacity11.5 US quarts (10.6 L) initial fill
Oil FilterFull-flow disposable cartridge, spin-on
Fuel SystemIn-line fuel injection pump, engine-oil lubricated, mechanical governor, flexible braided fuel supply line
Electrical System12 V negative ground with stop solenoid (24 V and insulated return available)
Starting Motor12 V electrical solenoid (24 V available)
Alternator70 amp with voltage regulator
Raw Water CoolingTubular copper / cupro-nickel heat exchanger with zinc pencil anode; optional 80% or 100% keel cooling
Raw Water PumpGear-driven high-flow rubber impeller
Fresh Water CoolingPressurized fresh water circuit for engine and exhaust manifold
Freshwater Capacity15.84 US quarts (15 L)
Engine MountingsIn-line, stepped, or transmission-mounted adjustable anti-vibration mounts
Max Install Angle15° rear down, 4° nose down
Dry Weight (less transmission)1,080 lbs (490 kg)
Exhaust Outlet30° water-cooled exhaust elbow or straight dry exhaust flange
TransmissionsBorg Warner, Newage PRM (others on request)
FinishLehman Red with chrome rocker box, air filter, and filler caps
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