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Universal M-40 marine engine

Universal M-40

1986–200540 HP4-cylinderdiesel
Dieselheat exchanger cooledinboard

Four-cylinder for 36-44ft boats. Kubota-based.

Specifications

Power40 HP @ 3,200 RPMCylinders4
Displacement1498 cc (91.4 ci)Bore x Stroke78 x 78.5 mm
Fuel TypeDieselAspirationNaturally Aspirated
CoolingHeat exchangerDriveInboard
Weight209 kg (460 lb)Fuel Use7.5 L/hr

Parts for the Universal M-40

11 catalogued parts. Prices are reference figures; each “Find on Amazon” link opens a search for that part — confirm fitment against your engine's serial before ordering.

Cooling System (3)
  • Impeller Kit
    $73.10
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  • Thermostat element (160F) for Universal M-40 / 5432 marine diesel; mounting gasket 298843
    fits: Universal 299798; thermostat mtg gasket Universal 298843
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  • Water Pump — Sea water (raw water) pump, Sherwood, for Universal M-40 / 5432 marine diesel; impeller 302875, mounting gasket 302678, seal 302885; superseded by conversion kit 302837
    fits: Universal 302648 / 302837; Sherwood G903, G908; Westerbeke 42175, 042175, 057866; JMP JPR-WB7108
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Fuel System (2)
  • Fuel Filter
    fits: Universal M-35B, M-50B, M-15, M3-20, M-12, M-18, M-20, M-25, M-25XP, M-35, M3-20B, M4-30,
    $37.40
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  • Fuel Lift Pump Filter
    fits: Universal M-12, M-18, M-20, M-25, M-25XP, M-30, M-35, M-40, M4-30, M-50, M2-12, M3-20, M3-
    $20.40
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Lubrication (1)
  • Oil Filter
    fits: Universal M-50B, M-40, M-50
    $32.70
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Belts (1)
  • Belt (Drive)
    fits: Universal M-50B, M-40, M-50
    $37.00
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Anodes (1)
  • Zinc 3/8NPT x 1 ?
    fits: Universal M3-20, M3-20B, M4-30, M-25, M-25XP, M-35, M-40
    $25.40
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Electrical (1)
Service Kits (2)

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