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• 3801176 earlier number superseded by this part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