Question Bank • QB_FP_ADV_015 MCQ • 1 Mark

Section 3: Farm Power

Sources of Power

Subtopic: Bio-fuels and their use in farm mechanization

Question Statement:

When blending biodiesel with conventional diesel fuel up to $20\%$ by volume (B20 blend) in modern tractor CI engines, which of the following modifications is strictly mandatory?

Options:

  • (A) Complete redesign and enlargement of engine combustion chambers
  • (B) Replacement of natural rubber fuel hoses and seals with synthetic fluoropolymer materials (such as Viton) if degradation occurs
  • (C) Installation of an external spark ignition coil and distributor
  • (D) Pre-heating fuel to $150^\circ\text{C}$ before entry into the fuel injection pump

Answer Key:

B

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

- **B20 Engine Compatibility:** - B20 blends require no major modification to engine cylinders or compression ratios. - However, biodiesel acts as a solvent on natural rubber and certain elastomers used in older fuel delivery lines, causing swelling, hardening, and leaks. Replacing rubber fuel lines with Viton (fluoroelastomer) ensures safe long-term durability.
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