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Cummins QSK50-G3

QSK50 Series

The Cummins QSK50-G3 is a 50.3-litre V16 diesel engine for generator sets, rated at 1,561 kVA / 1,249 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 QSK50-G3|MEGA-POWER CLASSIFICATION
GENSET ARCHITECTURE: V1650.3 L
HEAVY-DUTY GENSET INTEGRATION PLATFORM
POWER CLASSIFICATION1778 kVA
ELECTRICAL OUTPUT1422 kWe
FUEL SYSTEMDiesel
READY FOR TURNKEY PACKAGING

Standby Power

1778 kVA

Electrical Output

1422 kWe

Cylinders / Config

V16

Displacement

50.3 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)
Prime1244.411201400
Standby1387.812491561.3
60 Hz Grid Frequency1800 RPM
Operating DutykWm (Mechanical)kWe (Electrical)kVA (Rating)
Prime1422.212801600
Standby158014221777.5

Mechanical & Electrical Specifications

BrandCummins
ModelQSK50-G3
SeriesQSK50 Series
ConfigurationV16
Cylinders16
Displacement50.3 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 QSK50-G3?

The Cummins QSK50-G3 is rated at 1,561 kVA standby / 1,400 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 1,778 kVA standby / 1,600 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the QSK50-G3 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Cummins QSK50-G3 is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the Cummins QSK50-G3 use?

The Cummins QSK50-G3 is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the QSK50-G3?

The Cummins QSK50-G3 is a V16 (16-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 50.3 L.

What emissions standard does the QSK50-G3 meet?

The Cummins QSK50-G3 is certified to U.S. EPA Tier 2 emissions standards.

Is the Cummins QSK50-G3 still in production?

Yes — the Cummins QSK50-G3 is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the QSK50-G3?

Yes — an official Cummins datasheet for the Cummins QSK50-G3 can be downloaded from this page.

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