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Cummins GGMC GM 3.0L

Legacy Spark-Ignited

Production Discontinued
This engine is no longer in production. Specifications and documentation remain archived for reference.

Cummins GGMC uses the GM 3.0 L inline-four naturally aspirated spark-ignited engine. Official Cummins data rates the natural-gas set at 29 kWe standby and 26 kWe prime at 1800 RPM. EPA family BCEXB03.0GDA records the matching 3.0 L, four-cylinder stationary certification platform.

Cummins GGMC GM 3.0L 2.97L L4 Naturally Aspirated natural gas generator engine — 36 kVA standby specifications
Cummins GGMC GM 3.0L 2.97L L4 Naturally Aspirated natural gas generator engine — 36 kVA standby specifications
Standby Power · 60 Hz
36 kVA
Electrical Output
29 kWe
Cylinders
L4
Displacement
2.97 L
Rated Speed
1,800 RPM

Power Ratings

kWm = mechanical shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = kWe ÷ 0.8 pf

60 Hz1800 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power2632.5
Standby Power2936

Cummins GGMC GM 3.0L generator set context

The Cummins GGMC GM 3.0L is listed here as a natural gas generator-drive engine for 60 Hz generator sets, with a headline 36 kVA / 29 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

BrandCummins
ModelGGMC GM 3.0L
SeriesLegacy Spark-Ignited
ConfigurationL4 Naturally Aspirated
Cylinders4
Displacement2.97 L
Compression Ratio10.5:1
Fuel TypeNatural Gas
Ignition TypeSpark Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardU.S. EPA Stationary
CertificationsU.S. EPA Stationary, U.S. EPA NSPS Subpart JJJJ
Country of OriginUnited States

Frequently asked questions

What is the power output of the Cummins GGMC GM 3.0L?

The Cummins GGMC GM 3.0L is rated at 36 kVA standby / 33 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the GGMC GM 3.0L run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Cummins GGMC GM 3.0L is rated for 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the Cummins GGMC GM 3.0L use?

The Cummins GGMC GM 3.0L is a Natural Gas generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the GGMC GM 3.0L?

The Cummins GGMC GM 3.0L is an inline-4 (4-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 2.97 L.

What emissions standard does the GGMC GM 3.0L meet?

The Cummins GGMC GM 3.0L is certified to U.S. EPA Stationary emissions standards.

Is the GGMC GM 3.0L still in production?

No — the Cummins GGMC GM 3.0L is discontinued. Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.

Reference

Last database update
2026-07-25
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