RTA96C uprating and programme expansion
The first RTA96C engine, an 11-cylinder model, started tests in March
1997 and was followed into service by eight-, nine- and 10-cylinder
models and numerous 12-cylinder versions. The design was originally
offered with an output of 5490 kW/cylinder and up to 12 cylinders
but the rating was increased by four per cent in 2000 to 5720 kW/
cylinder at 102 rev/min (see table). At the same time, the programme
was extended to embrace an in-line 14-cylinder model delivering
80 080 kW (the first time such a low speed engine configuration had