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FPT C16 TE1W

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FPT C16 TE1W 15.9L 8-cylinder diesel engine for generator sets. 525 kWe standby at 50Hz / 545 kWe at 60Hz. Euro Stage IIIA. Turbocharged Intercooled.

FPT C16 TE1W 15.9L V8 diesel generator engine — 656 kVA standby specifications
FPT C16 TE1W 15.9L V8 diesel generator engine — 656 kVA standby specifications
Standby Power · 50 Hz
656 kVA
Electrical Output
525 kWe
Cylinders
V8
Displacement
15.9 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

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power531.1478597.5
Standby Power583.3525656.3

60 Hz1800 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power548.9494617.5
Standby Power605.6545681.3

FPT C16 TE1W generator set context

The FPT C16 TE1W is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz and 60 Hz generator sets, with a headline 656 kVA / 525 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

BrandFPT
ModelC16 TE1W
SeriesCursor 16
ConfigurationV8
Cylinders8
Displacement15.9 L
Fuel TypeDiesel
Ignition TypeCompression Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardEuro Stage IIIA
Country of OriginItaly

Frequently asked questions

What is the power output of the FPT C16 TE1W?

The FPT C16 TE1W is rated at 656 kVA standby / 598 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 681 kVA standby / 618 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the C16 TE1W run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The FPT C16 TE1W is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the FPT C16 TE1W use?

The FPT C16 TE1W is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the C16 TE1W?

The FPT C16 TE1W is a V8 (8-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 15.9 L.

What emissions standard does the C16 TE1W meet?

The FPT C16 TE1W is certified to Euro Stage IIIA emissions standards.

Is the FPT C16 TE1W still in production?

Yes — the FPT C16 TE1W is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the C16 TE1W?

Yes — an official FPT datasheet for the FPT C16 TE1W can be downloaded from this page.

Reference

Canonical page
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Last database update
2026-06-11
Manufacturer files
2 datasheets linked

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