# 3802181 Turbocharger | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

## 🔧 Product Description

Genuine Volvo Penta turbocharger from the Inlet and Exhaust System group, weighing 6.88 kg and listed for one TAD-series application. The reman catalogue carries this number against TAD520VE, TAD720VE, TAD721VE and TAD722VE and marks it Tier 1, Low installation - the low-installation qualification is the detail that separates it from the other units of this size, since 3802131 at 6.83 kg and 3802130 at 6.76 kg are both within 120 grams. Supplied on exchange: core deposit 3805181 is charged alongside it and refunded once the old unit is returned.

## 🚤 Compatibility

Typically suits:

-   Volvo Penta TAD520VE

-   **Engine Family:** TAD

## ⚙️ Key Features

-   6.88 kg
-   Listed in the reman catalogue as Tier 1, Low installation
-   Covers TAD520VE, TAD720VE, TAD721VE and TAD722VE
-   One TAD-series application

## 🔌 Function

Drives a compressor from the exhaust stream so the cylinders are charged with denser air than atmospheric breathing alone would give.

## ⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

-   Sluggish acceleration with smoke under load
-   Whine or grinding as the turbo spins up
-   Oil mist at the inlet joints and rising oil use
-   Shaft play or roughness when the wheels are turned by hand

## 🛠️ Service Notes

-   Confirm the engine has the low installation - the listing qualifies this unit as Tier 1, Low installation
-   3802131 is 6.83 kg and 3802130 is 6.76 kg, so all three are within 120 grams and the number is the only safe guide
-   Prime the bearing housing with clean oil before the first start; core deposit 3805181 is refunded on return of the core

## 🔄 Supersession & Cross Reference

### Other-Brand OEM Numbers

-   Schwitzer: 316911
-   Schwitzer: 314280

## 📦 Condition

-   Genuine Volvo Penta part
-   Brand new
-   Supplied in original or equivalent packaging

## Details

- **Price:** 5214.76 AUD
- **Vendor:** Volvo Penta
- **Tags:** Volvo Penta

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 5214.76 AUD | In stock |

## Images

- 3802181 Turbocharger | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

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> Source: [Sawley's Auto and Marine](https://www.sawleysautoandmarine.com.au/products/3802181-turbocharger-genuine-volvo-penta)
> Updated: 2026-08-22