Cummins
Cummins GGLA GM V8T 8.1L
Legacy Spark-Ignited
Cummins GGLA uses the turbocharged GM 8.1 L V8 spark-ignited engine. Cummins product literature rates the natural-gas generator set at 125 kWe standby at 60 Hz. EPA family BCEXB08.1GDA records the matching 8.1 L V8 stationary configuration at 1800 RPM.
- Standby Power · 60 Hz
- 156 kVA
- Electrical Output
- 125 kWe
- Cylinders
- V8
- Displacement
- 8.1 L
- Rated Speed
- 1,800 RPM
Power Ratings
kWm = mechanical shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = kWe ÷ 0.8 pf
60 Hz1800 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standby Power | — | 125 | 156.25 |
Cummins GGLA GM V8T 8.1L generator set context
The Cummins GGLA GM V8T 8.1L is listed here as a natural gas generator-drive engine for 60 Hz generator sets, with a headline 156 kVA / 125 kWe / standby rating. Use this page to compare the published engine output, electrical kWe/kVA ratings, emissions level, datasheet availability, and neighboring models before specifying an alternator, controller, enclosure, voltage, and compliance package.
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | Cummins |
| Model | GGLA GM V8T 8.1L |
| Series | Legacy Spark-Ignited |
| Configuration | V8 Turbocharged |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Displacement | 8.1 L |
| Fuel Type | Natural Gas |
| Ignition Type | Spark Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | U.S. EPA Stationary |
| Certifications | U.S. EPA Stationary, U.S. EPA NSPS Subpart JJJJ |
| Country of Origin | United States |
Frequently asked questions
What is the power output of the Cummins GGLA GM V8T 8.1L?
The Cummins GGLA GM V8T 8.1L is rated at 156 kVA standby at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
Does the GGLA GM V8T 8.1L run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?
The Cummins GGLA GM V8T 8.1L is rated for 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
What fuel does the Cummins GGLA GM V8T 8.1L use?
The Cummins GGLA GM V8T 8.1L is a Natural Gas generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the GGLA GM V8T 8.1L?
The Cummins GGLA GM V8T 8.1L is a V8 (8-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 8.1 L.
What emissions standard does the GGLA GM V8T 8.1L meet?
The Cummins GGLA GM V8T 8.1L is certified to U.S. EPA Stationary emissions standards.
Is the GGLA GM V8T 8.1L still in production?
No — the Cummins GGLA GM V8T 8.1L is discontinued. Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.
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Reference
- Canonical page
- /engines/cummins-ggla-gm-v8t-8-1l
- Last database update
- 2026-07-25
- Manufacturer files
- No datasheet linked yet
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