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Cummins QSL9-G3

QSL9

Cummins QSL9-G3 8.8L 6-cylinder diesel engine for generator sets. 225 kWe prime / 250 kWe standby at 60Hz. EPA Tier 3. Turbocharged, Intercooled.

Cummins QSL9-G3|MID-RANGE CLASSIFICATION
GENSET ARCHITECTURE: L68.8 L
HEAVY-DUTY GENSET INTEGRATION PLATFORM
POWER CLASSIFICATION313 kVA
ELECTRICAL OUTPUT250 kWe
FUEL SYSTEMDiesel
READY FOR TURNKEY PACKAGING

Standby Power

313 kVA

Electrical Output

250 kWe

Cylinders / Config

L6

Displacement

8.8 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)
Prime222.2200250
Standby244.4220275
60 Hz Grid Frequency1800 RPM
Operating DutykWm (Mechanical)kWe (Electrical)kVA (Rating)
Prime250225281.3
Standby277.8250312.5

Mechanical & Electrical Specifications

BrandCummins
ModelQSL9-G3
SeriesQSL9
ConfigurationL6
Cylinders6
Displacement8.8 L
Fuel TypeDiesel
Ignition TypeCompression Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardU.S. EPA Tier 3
Country of OriginUnited States

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the power output of the Cummins QSL9-G3?

The Cummins QSL9-G3 is rated at 275 kVA standby / 250 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 313 kVA standby / 281 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the QSL9-G3 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Cummins QSL9-G3 is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the Cummins QSL9-G3 use?

The Cummins QSL9-G3 is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the QSL9-G3?

The Cummins QSL9-G3 is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 8.8 L.

What emissions standard does the QSL9-G3 meet?

The Cummins QSL9-G3 is certified to U.S. EPA Tier 3 emissions standards.

Is the Cummins QSL9-G3 still in production?

Yes — the Cummins QSL9-G3 is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the QSL9-G3?

Yes — an official Cummins datasheet for the Cummins QSL9-G3 can be downloaded from this page.

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