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Cummins 6CTAA8.3-G9

C8.3 Series

The Cummins 6CTAA8.3-G9 is a 8.3-litre inline-6 diesel engine for generator sets, rated at 250 kVA / 200 kWe standby power at 1,500 RPM (50 Hz). It is a liquid-cooled engine built in China.

Cummins 6CTAA8.3-G9|MID-RANGE CLASSIFICATION
GENSET ARCHITECTURE: L68.3 L
HEAVY-DUTY GENSET INTEGRATION PLATFORM
POWER CLASSIFICATION275 kVA
ELECTRICAL OUTPUT220 kWe
FUEL SYSTEMDiesel
READY FOR TURNKEY PACKAGING

Standby Power

275 kVA

Electrical Output

220 kWe

Cylinders / Config

L6

Displacement

8.3 L

Rated Speed

1,500 RPM

ISO 8528 Power Ratings

Power Factor: 0.8 pf

kWm = mechanical engine shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = apparent electrical power.

50 Hz Grid Frequency1500 RPM
Operating DutykWm (Mechanical)kWe (Electrical)kVA (Rating)
Prime177.8160200
Standby222.2200250
60 Hz Grid Frequency1800 RPM
Operating DutykWm (Mechanical)kWe (Electrical)kVA (Rating)
Prime195.6176220
Standby244.4220275

Mechanical & Electrical Specifications

BrandCummins
Model6CTAA8.3-G9
SeriesC8.3 Series
ConfigurationL6
Cylinders6
Displacement8.3 L
Fuel TypeDiesel
Ignition TypeCompression Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardUnregulated
Country of OriginChina

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the power output of the Cummins 6CTAA8.3-G9?

The Cummins 6CTAA8.3-G9 is rated at 250 kVA standby / 200 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 275 kVA standby / 220 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the 6CTAA8.3-G9 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Cummins 6CTAA8.3-G9 is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the Cummins 6CTAA8.3-G9 use?

The Cummins 6CTAA8.3-G9 is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the 6CTAA8.3-G9?

The Cummins 6CTAA8.3-G9 is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 8.3 L.

Is the Cummins 6CTAA8.3-G9 still in production?

Yes — the Cummins 6CTAA8.3-G9 is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the 6CTAA8.3-G9?

Yes — an official Cummins datasheet for the Cummins 6CTAA8.3-G9 can be downloaded from this page.

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