Cummins
Cummins KTA38-G1B
K38 Series
The Cummins KTA38-G1B is a 38-litre V12 diesel engine for generator sets, rated at 788 kVA / 630 kWe standby power at 1,500 RPM (50 Hz). It is a liquid-cooled engine built in China.
- Standby Power · 50 Hz
- 788 kVA
- Electrical Output
- 630 kWe
- Cylinders
- V12
- Displacement
- 38 L
- Rated Speed
- 1,500 / 1,800 RPM
Power Ratings
kWm = mechanical shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = kWe ÷ 0.8 pf
50 Hz1500 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | 633.3 | 570 | 712.5 |
| Standby Power | 700 | 630 | 787.5 |
60 Hz1800 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | 777.8 | 700 | 875 |
| Standby Power | 855.6 | 770 | 962.5 |
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Cummins |
| Model | KTA38-G1B |
| Series | K38 Series |
| Configuration | V12 |
| Cylinders | 12 |
| Displacement | 38 L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | Unregulated |
| Country of Origin | China |
Frequently asked questions
What is the power output of the Cummins KTA38-G1B?
The Cummins KTA38-G1B is rated at 788 kVA standby / 713 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 963 kVA standby / 875 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
Does the KTA38-G1B run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?
The Cummins KTA38-G1B is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
What fuel does the Cummins KTA38-G1B use?
The Cummins KTA38-G1B is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the KTA38-G1B?
The Cummins KTA38-G1B is a V12 (12-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 38 L.
Is the Cummins KTA38-G1B still in production?
Yes — the Cummins KTA38-G1B is a current production model.
Is a datasheet available for the KTA38-G1B?
Yes — an official Cummins datasheet for the Cummins KTA38-G1B can be downloaded from this page.
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Reference
- Canonical page
- /engines/cummins-kta38-g1b
- Last database update
- 2026-05-29
- Manufacturer files
- 2 datasheets linked
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