Volvo Penta KAD300 Series M

Technical Specification: KAD300-A, KAD300, six-cylinder diesel, rated at 285 hp. 

Year of manufacture: 2001 - 2005.
Oil capacity of KAD300 approximately 11 litres.
Compressor oil is 0.1 litre.
Coolant capacity approximately 19 litres

The Volvo Penta KAD300 range was popular with many being twin installations using a DP-E sterndrive.

We can supply all parts for the Volvo Penta KAD300, KAD300-A range of diesel engines, including the range of KAD 300 series spare parts, oil filters and fuel filters, crankcase breathers, drive belts and impellers, genuine KAD 300 series exhaust elbows, oils and grease. We are also the main Volvo Penta dealers for servicing and technical support.

Volvo Penta KAD300, KAD300-A genuine service parts are made to exacting standards to withstand the harsh saltwater environment in which marine diesel engines operate. If you need help with any technical issue regarding your Volvo Penta KAD300, please call us.

The heat exchanger and oil cooler on any KAD300 should be cleaned and the "O" rings changed, every 5 years to prevent overheating. KAD types of diesel should be using Volvo green coolant. Never attempt to try and change over to Volvo Penta VCS yellow coolant. Mixing yellow and green coolant can cause gelling and blockages within the cooling system.