CCEC KT38-G-A Generator Engines
| Engine Model | KT38-G-A |
| Standby Power | 746 kW @ 1500 RPM |
| Prime Power | 679 kW @ 1500 RPM |
| Compression Ratio | 13.9 : 1 |
| Type | 4 Cycle; 12 Cylinder |
| Fuel System | PT-STC |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged & Aftercooled |
| Emission Standard | Euro II |
| Displacement | 38 L |
| Bore * Stroke | 159 mm * 159 mm |
| Packing Size (L * W * H) | 2341 mm * 1360 mm * 1653 mm |
General Infomation of CCEC KT38-G-A Generator Engines
| General Infomation of CCEC KT38-G-A Generator Engine | |||
| Engine Model | KT38-G-A | Configuration | D233018DX02 |
| Performance Curve | C – 3642 | CPL No. | 0850 |
| Type | 4 – Cycle; 60° Vee; 12 – Cylinder Diesel | Aspiration | Turbocharged & Aftercooled |
| Bore * Stroke | 159 mm * 159 mm / 6.25 in * 6.25 in | Displacement | 2300 in3 / 37.8 L |
| Compression Ratio | 15.5 : 1 | Wet Weight – Fan to Flywheel Engine | 8440 lb / 3832 kg |
| Installation Data of CCEC KT38-G-A Generator Drive Engine | |||
| Wet Weight – Heat Exchanger Cooled Engine | 13228 lb / 6006 kg | ||
| Maximum Static Loading at Rear Main Bearing | 2000 lb / 908 kg | ||
| Excludes Exhaust Noise; at Rated Load and 7.5 m (24.6 ft) 1500 RPM | 94 dBa | ||
| Dry Weight – Fan to Flywheel Engine | 7950 lb / 3609 kg | ||
| Dry Weight – Heat Exchanger Cooled Engine | 12300 lb / 5584 kg | ||
| Maximum Bending Moment at Rear Face of Block | 3000 lb.ft2 / 4068 kg.m2 | ||
| Steady State Stability Band at any Constant Load | + / – 0.25 % | ||
| Exhaust Noise at 0.30 m Horizontally from Centerline of Exhaust Pipe Outlet | 126 dBa | ||
| Moment of Inertia of Rotating Components – with FW 6001 Flywheel | 248 lbm.ft2 / 10.4 kg.m2 | ||
| Moment of Inertia of Rotating Components – with FW 6011 Flywheel | 493 lbm.ft2 / 20.8 kg.m2 | ||
| Center of Gravity from Rear Face of Flywheel Housing (FH 6024) | 38.6 in / 980 mm | ||
| Center of Gravity Above Crankshaft Centerline | 11.0 in / 279 mm | ||
| Engine Idle Speed RPM | 725-775 RPM | ||
| Fire Order | N / A | ||
Engine Performance Data CCEC KT38-G-A Generator Engines
| Performance Data of CCEC KT38-G-A Generator Engine | |||||||||
| Stanby Power | Prime Power | Stanby Power | Prime Power | ||||||
| Engine Speed | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM | Engine Idle Speed | 725 – 775 RPM | 725 – 775 RPM | ||||
| Gross Engine Power Output | 825 HP | 615 kW | 750 HP | 560 kW | Brake Mean Effective Pressure | 189 PSI | 1303 kPa | 172 PSI | 1186 kPa |
| Piston Speed | 1562 ft/min | 7.9 m/s | 1562 ft/min | 7.9 m/s | Friction Horsepower | 115 HP | 86 kW | 115 HP | 86 kW |
| Engine Water Flow at Stated Friction Head External to Engine – 4 psi Friction Head | 343 US gpm | 21.6 L/s | 343 US gpm | 21.6 L/s | Engine Water Flow at Stated Friction Head External to Engine – Maximum Friction Head | 280 US gpm | 17.7 L/s | 280 US gpm | 17.7 L/s |
| Intake Air Flow | 1600 cfm | 755 L/s | 1450 cfm | 684 L/s | Exhaust Gas Temperature | 1040 °F | 560 °C | 970 °F | 521 °C |
| Exhaust Gas Flow | 4500 cfm | 2124 L/s | 3950 cfm | 1864 L/s | Radiated Heat to Ambient | 7380 HP | 130 min/kW | 6410 HP | 113 min/kW |
| Heat Rejection to Coolant | 21450 HP | 377 min/kW | 19500 HP | 343 min/kW | Heat Rejection to Exhaust | 30720 HP | 540 min/kW | 27830 HP | 489 min/kW |
System Technical Data of CCEC KT38-G-A Generator Engines
| System Technical Data of CCEC KT38-G-A Generator Engine | ||
| Exhaust System | Maximum Back Pressure | 3 in Hg / 76 mm Hg |
| Air Induction System | Maximum Intake Air Restriction – with Dirty Filter Element | 25 in H2O / 635 mm H2O |
| Maximum Intake Air Restriction – with Normal Duty Air Cleaner and Clean Filter Element | 10 in H2O / 254 mm H2O | |
| Maximum Intake Air Restriction – with Heavy Duty Air Cleaner and Clean Filter Element | 15 in H2O / 381 mm H2O | |
| Cool System | Coolant Capacity – Engine Only | 29.3 US gal / 111 liter |
| Coolant Capacity – with HX 6004 Heat Exchanger | 84 US gal / 318 liter | |
| Maximum Coolant Friction Head External to Engine – 1500 RPM | 7 PSI / 48 kPa | |
| Maximum Static Head of Coolant Above Engine Crank Centerline | 25 ft / 7.6 m | |
| Standard Thermostat (Modulating) Range | 175 – 195 °F / 80 – 90 °C | |
| Minimum Pressure Cap | 7 PSI / 50 kPa | |
| Maximum Top Tank Temperature for Standby / Prime Power | 220 / 212 °F / 104 / 100 °C | |
| Minimum Raw Water Flow @ 90 °F to HX 6004 Heat Exchanger | 108 US gpm / 409 liter/min | |
| Maximum Raw Water Inlet Pressure at HX 6004 Heat Exchanger | 50 PSI / 345 kPa | |
| Lubrication System | Oil Pressure @ Idle Speed | 20 PSI / 140 kPa |
| Oil Pressure @ Governed Speed | 45 – 70 PSI / 310 – 483 kPa | |
| Maximum Oil Temperature | 250 °F / 121 °C | |
| Oil Capacity with OP 6012 Oil Pan : High – Low | 30 – 23 US gal / 114 – 87 liter | |
| Total System Capacity (Including Bypass Filter) | 35.7 US gal / 135 liter | |
| Angularity of OP 6023 Oil Pan – Front Down | 30 ° | |
| Angularity of OP 6023 Oil Pan – Front Up | 30 ° | |
| Angularity of OP 6023 Oil Pan – Side to Side | 30 ° | |
| Fuel System | Type Injection System | Direct Injection Cummins PT |
| Maximum Restriction at PT Fuel Injection Pump – with Clean Fuel Filter | 4 in Hg / 102 mm Hg | |
| Maximum Restriction at PT Fuel Injection Pump – with Dirty Fuel Filter | 8 in Hg / 203 mm Hg | |
| Maximum Allowable Head on Injector Return Line (Consisting of Friction Head and Static Head) | 4.0 in Hg / 102 mm Hg | |
| Maximum Fuel Flow to Injection Pump | 160 US gph / 606 liter/hr | |
| Electrical System | Cranking Motor (Heavy Duty, Positive Engagement) | 24 V |
| Battery Charging System, Negative Ground | 35 ampere | |
| Maximum Allowable Resistance of Cranking Circuit | 0.002 ohm | |
| Minimum Recommended Battery Capacity – Cold Soak @ 50 °F (10 °C) and Above | 12000 °F CCA | |
| Minimum Recommended Battery Capacity – Cold Soak @ 32 °F to 50 °F (0 °C to 10 °C) | 12800 °F CCA | |
| Minimum Recommended Battery Capacity – Cold Soak @ 0 °F to 32 °F (-18 °C to 0 °C) | 18000 °F CCA | |
CCEC KT38-G-A Generator Engines Product Advantages
Durable and Rugged
The cylinder block and cylinder head feature high-strength integrated design, reducing failure rates and ensuring long-lasting durability. Renowned for exceptional reputation.
High Reliability
Equipped with Cummins’ advanced PT fuel system, offering unique overspeed protection and low-pressure fuel supply. Minimal piping reduces failure rates. Derived from superior overall design, delivering outstanding reliability.
Superior Performance
- High-efficiency Cummins exhaust turbocharger ensures optimal air intake, enhancing engine efficiency.
- Pressure pulse exhaust manifold fully utilizes exhaust energy, further improving combustion and increasing low-load efficiency while reducing specific fuel consumption.
- High torque output, powerful performance, fast transient response, and exceptional torque reserve.
Easy Maintenance
Six-cylinder single-head integrated design with modularized structure ensures compactness. Components are detachable and highly reusable.
