CCEC KT38-GA Generator Engines




| Engine Model | KT38-GA |
| Standby Power | 953 HP (711 kW) @ 1500 RPM |
| Prime Power | 867 HP (647 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-GA Generator Engines
| General Infomation of CCEC KT38-GA Generator Engine | |||
| Engine Model | KT38-GA | Configuration | D232045GX03 |
| Performance Curve | FR – 6923 | CPL No. | 3804 |
| Type | 4 – Cycle; 60° Vee; 12 – Cylinder Diesel | Aspiration | Turbocharged |
| Bore * Stroke | 159 mm * 159 mm / 6.25 in * 6.25 in | Displacement | 2300 in3 / 38 L |
| Compression Ratio | 14.5 : 1 | Fuel System | CMA PT |
| Stand_By | 953 HP (711 kW) @ 1500 RPM | Prime | 867 HP (647 kW) @ 1500 RPM |
| Installation Data of CCEC KT38-GA Generator Drive Engine | |||
| Wet Weight – Fan to Flywheel Engine | 8400 lb / 3810 kg | ||
| Wet Weight – Heat Exchanger Cooled Engine | 10713 lb / 4859 kg | ||
| Moment of Inertia of Rotating Components – with FW 6001 Flywheel | 248 lbm.ft2 / 10.45 kg.m2 | ||
| C.G. Distance From Front Face of Block | 31.5 in / 801 mm | ||
| Maximum Static Loading at Rear Main Bearing | 2000 lb / 907 kg | ||
| Firing Order | 1- 6 – 5 – 2 – 3 – 4 – 6 – 1 – 2 – 5 – 4 – 3 | ||
| Moment of Inertia of Rotating Components (Excluding Flywheel) | 94 lbm.ft2 / 3.96 kg.m2 | ||
| Dry Weight – Fan to Flywheel Engine | 7950 lb / 3606 kg | ||
| Dry Weight – Heat Exchanger Cooled Engine | 9825 lb / 4457 kg | ||
| Moment of Inertia of Rotating Components – with FW 6011 Flywheel | 493 lbm.ft2 / 20.78 kg.m2 | ||
| Maximum Bending Moment at Rear Face of Block | N / A | ||
| Center of Gravity Above Crankshaft Centerline | 11.0 in / 279 mm | ||
| Steady State Stability Band at any Constant Load | N / A | ||
Engine Performance Data CCEC KT38-GA Generator Engines
| Performance Data of CCEC KT38-GA Generator Engine | |||||
| Stanby Power | Prime Power | Stanby Power | Prime Power | ||
| Engine Speed | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM | Engine Idle Speed | 575 – 650 RPM | 575 – 650 RPM |
| Gross Engine Power Output | 953 HP / 711 kW | 867 HP / 647 kW | Brake Mean Effective Pressure | 217 PSI / 1499 kPa | 198 PSI / 1364 kPa |
| Piston Speed | 1555 ft/min / 7.9 m/s | 1555 ft/min / 7.9 m/s | Friction Horsepower | 115 HP / 86 kW | 115 HP / 86 kW |
| Intake Air Flow | 1849 cfm / 873 L/s | 1699 cfm / 802 L/s | Exhaust Gas Temperature | 1056 °F / 569 °C | 1009 °F / 543 °C |
| Exhaust Gas Flow | 5680 cfm / 2681 L/s | 4960 cfm / 2341 L/s | Radiated Heat to Ambient | 5782 HP/min / 102 kW | 5262 HP/min / 93 kW |
| Heat Rejection to Coolant | 28910 HP/min / 508 kW | 26308 HP/min / 463 kW | Engine Water Flow @ 4psi | 310 U.S.GPM/ 19.6 L/s | 310 U.S.GPM/ 19.6 L/s |
System Technical Data of CCEC KT38-GA Generator Engines
| System Technical Data of CCEC KT38-GA Generator Engine | ||
| Exhaust System | Maximum Allowable Back Pressure (1500 / 1800 RPM) | 2.3/3 in Hg / 7.8/10.2 kPa |
| Maximum Allowable Back Pressure | 3 in Hg / 10 kPa | |
| Exhaust Pipe Size Normally Acceptable | 6 in / 152 mm | |
| Air Induction System | Maximum Allowable Intake Air Restriction With Heavy Duty Air Cleaner – Clean Element | 15 in H2O / 3.73 kPa |
| Intake Air Alarm Temperature (1500 / 1800 RPM) | 82 °F / 180 °C | |
| Coolant Capacity – With Heat Exchanger Hx 4073 ( With Out Explantion Tank) | 18 US Gal / 66 L | |
| Coolant Capacity – With Explantion Tank & Lta | 30 US Gal / 112 L | |
| Maximum Coolant Friction Heat External To Engine @1800 RPM | 7 PSI / 48.3 kPa | |
| Maximum Coolant Friction Heat External To Engine @1500 RPM | 10 PSI / 68.9 kPa | |
| Maximum Allowable Air Friction Across Radator | N / A | |
| Minimum Raw Water Flow @ 90 °F(32 ℃) To Heat Exchanger With Hx 4073 | 54 GPM / 204.4 L/min | |
| Maximum Raw Water Inlet Pressure @ Heat Exchanger HX 4073 | 50 PSI / 344.7 kPa | |
| Maximum Raw Water Inlet Pressure @ Heat Exchanger HX 6076 | 50 PSI / 344.7 kPa | |
| Maximum Allowable Top Tank Temperature (Stand_by/Prime) | 220/212 °F / 104/100 °C | |
| Standard Thermostat (Modulating) Range | 180 – 200 °F / 82 – 93 °C | |
| Maximum Allowable Coolant Temperature | 205 °F / 96.1 °C | |
| Minimum Coolant Makeup Capacity | 6.3 US Gal / 23.8 L | |
| Maximum Raw Water Inlet Friction | 10 PSI / 254.0 kPa | |
| Minimum Allowable Fill Rate | 5 GPM / 18.9 L/min | |
| Maximum Allowable Initial Fill Time | 5 min | |
| Minimum Allowable Coolant Expansion Space | 5 % | |
| Maximum Allowable Inlet Coolant Temperature At Limited Situation (Stand_By / Prime) | 160/150 °F / 71/66 °C | |
| Lubrication System | Oil Pressure @ Idle Speed | 20 PSI / 138 kPa |
| Oil Pressure @ Rated Speed | 45 – 65 PSI / 310 – 448 kPa | |
| Oil Flow at Rated Speed | 124 GPM / 469.4 L/min | |
| Maximum Allowable Oil Temperature | 250 °F / 121 °C | |
| By – Pass Filter Capacity – Spin – on Cartridge Type | 2 X 0.7 US Gal / 2 X 2.6 L | |
| By – Pass Filter Capacity – Replaceable Element Type | 2 X 2.9 US Gal / 2 X 11.0 L | |
| Oil Pan Capacity (Option OP6023) – High | 30.0 US Gal / 113.6 liter | |
| Total System Capacity (Excluding By – Pass Filter) | 45.0 US Gal / 170.3 L | |
| Total System Capacity (Excluding By – Pass Filter) | 35.7 US Gal / 135.1 L | |
| Angularty of Standard Oil Pan Oil Pan – Front Down | 30 ° | |
| Fuel System | Fuel Injection System | Cummins PT |
| Maximum allowable Restriction to PT Fuel Pump – With Clean Fuel Filter | 4 in Hg / 13.55 kPa | |
| Maximum allowable Restriction to PT Fuel Pump – With Dirty Fuel Filter | 10 in Hg / 33.86 kPa | |
| Maximum Allowable Injector Return Line Restriction – With Check Valves | 7 in Hg / 22 kPa | |
| Maximum Allowable Injector Return Line Restriction – Less Check Valves | 3 in Hg / 8 kPa | |
| Minimum Allowable Fuel Tank Vent Capability | 15 ft3/h / 425 L/h | |
| Starter (Heavy, Anode) | 24 V | |
| Battary Recharge System, Negative ground | 35 A | |
| Maximum Allowable Resistance of Starting Circuit | 0.002 Ω | |
| Minimum Recommended Battary Capacity – Cold Soak at 50 °F(10 ℃) or Above | 12000 °F CCA | |
| Minimum Recommended Battary Capacity – Cold Soak at 32 ~ 50 °F(0 ~ 10 ℃) or Above | 12800 °F CCA | |
| Minimum Recommended Battary Capacity – Cold Soak at 0 ~ 32 °F(- 18 ~ 0 ℃) or Above | 18000 °F CCA | |
CCEC KT38-GA 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.

