Cummins
Cummins GGPC GM 5.0L
Legacy Spark-Ignited
Cummins GGPC uses the GM 5.0 L naturally aspirated V8 spark-ignited engine. Official Cummins data rates the natural-gas set at 45 kWe standby and 35 kWe prime at 1800 RPM. EPA family BCEXB05.0GDA records the matching five-liter V8 stationary platform.
- Standby Power · 60 Hz
- 56 kVA
- Electrical Output
- 45 kWe
- Cylinders
- V8
- Displacement
- 5 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | — | 35 | 43.75 |
| Standby Power | — | 45 | 56.25 |
Cummins GGPC GM 5.0L generator set context
The Cummins GGPC GM 5.0L is listed here as a natural gas generator-drive engine for 60 Hz generator sets, with a headline 56 kVA / 45 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 | GGPC GM 5.0L |
| Series | Legacy Spark-Ignited |
| Configuration | V8 Naturally Aspirated |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Displacement | 5 L |
| Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 |
| 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 GGPC GM 5.0L?
The Cummins GGPC GM 5.0L is rated at 56 kVA standby / 44 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
Does the GGPC GM 5.0L run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?
The Cummins GGPC GM 5.0L is rated for 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
What fuel does the Cummins GGPC GM 5.0L use?
The Cummins GGPC GM 5.0L is a Natural Gas generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the GGPC GM 5.0L?
The Cummins GGPC GM 5.0L is a V8 (8-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 5 L.
What emissions standard does the GGPC GM 5.0L meet?
The Cummins GGPC GM 5.0L is certified to U.S. EPA Stationary emissions standards.
Is the GGPC GM 5.0L still in production?
No — the Cummins GGPC GM 5.0L is discontinued. Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.
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Reference
- Canonical page
- /engines/cummins-ggpc-gm-5-0l
- Last database update
- 2026-07-25
- Manufacturer files
- No datasheet linked yet
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