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Cummins C300N6 vs FPT CURSOR 9 NG

The Cummins C300N6 and FPT CURSOR 9 NG are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 378 kVA. Displacement is 14 L versus 8.7 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCummins C300N6FPT CURSOR 9 NG
Headline rating375 kVA380 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)
Standby (60 Hz)300 kWe304 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)275 kWe
Displacement14 L8.7 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,800 RPM1,800 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA StationaryUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesItaly

Choosing between Cummins C300N6 and FPT CURSOR 9 NG

Use this comparison as an engineering shortlist, then confirm the complete generator package against load profile, voltage, 50/60 Hz frequency, duty class, emissions rules, cooling margin, altitude, ambient temperature, enclosure design, controller features, and alternator sizing. The FPT CURSOR 9 NG has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.