MAN
MAN E 3872 LE201
E3872
MAN E 3872 LE201 — 29.6 L V12 (138 mm bore) spark-ignition natural-gas engine, lean-burn. Mechanical output 735 kW at 1500 rpm / 50 Hz (electrical ~706 kWe); for power generation / CHP.
- Prime Power · 50 Hz
- 883 kVA
- Electrical Output
- 706 kWe
- Cylinders
- V12
- Displacement
- 29.6 L
- Rated Speed
- 1,500 RPM
Power Ratings
kWm = mechanical shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = kWe ÷ 0.8 pf · kWe estimated — see note below
50 Hz1500 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | 735 | 706 | 882.5 |
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 3872 LE201 generator set context
The MAN E 3872 LE201 is listed here as a natural gas generator-drive engine for 50 Hz generator sets, with a headline 883 kVA / 706 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
| Brand | MAN |
| Model | E 3872 LE201 |
| Series | E3872 |
| Configuration | V12 |
| Cylinders | 12 |
| Displacement | 29.6 L |
| Fuel Type | Natural Gas |
| Ignition Type | Spark Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | Unregulated |
| Country of Origin | Germany |
Frequently asked questions
What is the power output of the MAN E 3872 LE201?
The MAN E 3872 LE201 is rated at 883 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm).
Does the E 3872 LE201 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?
The MAN E 3872 LE201 is rated for 50 Hz (1,500 rpm).
What fuel does the MAN E 3872 LE201 use?
The MAN E 3872 LE201 is a Natural Gas generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the E 3872 LE201?
The MAN E 3872 LE201 is a V12 (12-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 29.6 L.
Is the MAN E 3872 LE201 still in production?
Yes — the MAN E 3872 LE201 is a current production model.
Is a datasheet available for the E 3872 LE201?
Yes — an official MAN datasheet for the MAN E 3872 LE201 can be downloaded from this page.
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Reference
- Canonical page
- /engines/man-e-3872-le201
- Last database update
- 2026-06-08
- Manufacturer files
- 2 datasheets linked
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