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MAN E 3268 LE212

E3268

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MAN E 3268 LE212 — 17.2 L V8 (132 mm bore) spark-ignition natural-gas engine, lean-burn. Mechanical output 370 kW at 1500 rpm / 50 Hz, 390 kW at 1800 rpm / 60 Hz (electrical ~355 kWe); for power generation / CHP.

MAN E 3268 LE212 17.2L V8 natural gas generator engine — 444 kVA prime specifications
MAN E 3268 LE212 17.2L V8 natural gas generator engine — 444 kVA prime specifications
Prime Power · 50 Hz
444 kVA
Electrical Output
355 kWe
Cylinders
V8
Displacement
17.2 L
Rated Speed
1,500 / 1,800 RPM

Power Ratings

kWm = mechanical shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = kWe ÷ 0.8 pf · kWe estimated — see note below

50 Hz1500 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power370355443.8

60 Hz1800 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power390374467.5

Note: The manufacturer does not publish a separate kWe rating for this engine. kWe values shown are estimated from the rated mechanical output (kWm) using a conservative 90% alternator efficiency factor.

MAN E 3268 LE212 generator set context

The MAN E 3268 LE212 is listed here as a natural gas generator-drive engine for 50 Hz and 60 Hz generator sets, with a headline 444 kVA / 355 kWe / prime 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

BrandMAN
ModelE 3268 LE212
SeriesE3268
ConfigurationV8
Cylinders8
Displacement17.2 L
Fuel TypeNatural Gas
Ignition TypeSpark Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardUnregulated
Country of OriginGermany

Frequently asked questions

What is the power output of the MAN E 3268 LE212?

The MAN E 3268 LE212 is rated at 444 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 468 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the E 3268 LE212 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The MAN E 3268 LE212 is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the MAN E 3268 LE212 use?

The MAN E 3268 LE212 is a Natural Gas generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the E 3268 LE212?

The MAN E 3268 LE212 is a V8 (8-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 17.2 L.

Is the MAN E 3268 LE212 still in production?

Yes — the MAN E 3268 LE212 is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the E 3268 LE212?

Yes — an official MAN datasheet for the MAN E 3268 LE212 can be downloaded from this page.

Reference

Last database update
2026-06-08
Manufacturer files
1 datasheet linked

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