MAN B&W marine diesel engine nomenclature includes the following:
Number of cylinders: The first number in the engine name indicates the number of cylinders
Type of stroke: The second letter indicates the type of stroke, with K being short, L being long, S being super long, and G being dual fuel
Bore size: The next number indicates the bore or diameter of the engine cylinders in centimeters
Engine program: The next letter, M, indicates the engine program
Engine control: The third letter, C, indicates camshaft control, or E indicates electronic control
Compact version: The fourth letter, C, is added for a compact version of the engine