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Cummins QSK38-G6

QSK38 Series

The Cummins QSK38-G6 is a 37.7-litre V12 diesel engine for generator sets, rated at 988 kVA / 790 kWe standby power at 1,500 RPM (50 Hz). It is a liquid-cooled engine built in United States. It meets U.S. EPA Tier 2 emissions standards.

Cummins QSK38-G6|HEAVY INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION
GENSET ARCHITECTURE: V1237.7 L
HEAVY-DUTY GENSET INTEGRATION PLATFORM
POWER CLASSIFICATION988 kVA
ELECTRICAL OUTPUT790 kWe
FUEL SYSTEMDiesel
READY FOR TURNKEY PACKAGING

Standby Power

988 kVA

Electrical Output

790 kWe

Cylinders / Config

V12

Displacement

37.7 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)
Prime791.1712890
Standby877.8790987.5

Mechanical & Electrical Specifications

BrandCummins
ModelQSK38-G6
SeriesQSK38 Series
ConfigurationV12
Cylinders12
Displacement37.7 L
Fuel TypeDiesel
Ignition TypeCompression Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardU.S. EPA Tier 2
Country of OriginUnited States

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the power output of the Cummins QSK38-G6?

The Cummins QSK38-G6 is rated at 988 kVA standby / 890 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm).

Does the QSK38-G6 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Cummins QSK38-G6 is rated for 50 Hz (1,500 rpm).

What fuel does the Cummins QSK38-G6 use?

The Cummins QSK38-G6 is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the QSK38-G6?

The Cummins QSK38-G6 is a V12 (12-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 37.7 L.

What emissions standard does the QSK38-G6 meet?

The Cummins QSK38-G6 is certified to U.S. EPA Tier 2 emissions standards.

Is the Cummins QSK38-G6 still in production?

Yes — the Cummins QSK38-G6 is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the QSK38-G6?

Yes — an official Cummins datasheet for the Cummins QSK38-G6 can be downloaded from this page.

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