The thermal efficiency of diesel engines is about
A. 15%
B. 30%
C. 50%
D. 70%
Answer: Option D
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The thermal efficiency of petrol and gas engines is about 30% and the thermal efficiency of diesel engines is about 70%.This Question Belongs to Mechanical Engineering >> Internal Combustion Engines (I.C. Engines)
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