# 3868911 Drive | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

## 🔧 Product Description

Genuine Volvo Penta DP-SM sterndrive with the 1.68:1 gear ratio, weighing 64.41 kg and listed for 4 applications on the DP series. It supersedes part number 3801176, catalogued earlier as a remanufactured Aquamatic drive.

## 🚤 Compatibility

Typically suits:

-   Volvo Penta DP-SM
-   Volvo Penta DP-SMTD
-   Volvo Penta DP-SMTD1
-   Volvo Penta DP-SMTD3

-   **Engine Family:** DP

## ⚙️ Key Features

-   DP-SM, 1.68:1 ratio
-   64.41 kg
-   4 applications on the DP series
-   Supersedes 3801176, formerly a remanufactured drive

## 🔌 Function

Complete duo prop sterndrive that turns the engine output through the bevel gears to the two contra-rotating propeller shafts, and carries the steering and trim movement.

## ⚠️ Common Signs of Failure

-   Oil weeping from the seals or an oily film on the leg
-   Drive oil milky or emulsified, showing water ingress
-   Whine or growl from the gears that changes with load
-   Vibration or a knock when engaging gear
-   Corrosion and paint blistering on the castings

## 🛠️ Service Notes

-   The DP-SM range runs 1.68:1 (3868911), 1.78:1 (3868912), 1.95:1 (3868913) and 2.32:1 (3868914), and the published weights do not rise with the ratio, so order by ratio alone
-   The number it replaces was listed as a remanufactured drive, so confirm with us whether this comes new or on exchange
-   Heavy unit needing lifting gear and freight handling

## 🔄 Supersession & Cross Reference

### OEM Supersession Chain

-   3868911 → Supersedes 3801176

### OEM / Related Numbers

-   3801176 earlier number superseded by this part

## 📦 Condition

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

## Details

- **Price:** 19049.92 AUD
- **Vendor:** Volvo Penta
- **Tags:** Volvo Penta

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 19049.92 AUD | In stock |

## Images

- 3868911 Drive | Genuine Volvo Penta Part

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> Source: [Sawley's Auto and Marine](https://www.sawleysautoandmarine.com.au/products/3868911-drive-genuine-volvo-penta)
> Updated: 2026-08-22