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Mercedes-Benz OM 924 LA

OM 900 Series

In Production

Mercedes-Benz OM 924 LA is a 4.801 L inline-4 turbocharged and charge-cooled diesel engine. EPA annual certification data lists constant-speed Tier 3 configurations from 88 to 147 kWm at 1800 RPM from 2015 through 2024; current Daimler Truck filings include 97, 119 and 134 kWm power nodes.

Mercedes-Benz OM 924 LA 4.801L L4 Turbocharged Aftercooled diesel generator engine — 139 kVA prime specifications
Mercedes-Benz OM 924 LA 4.801L L4 Turbocharged Aftercooled diesel generator engine — 139 kVA prime specifications
Prime Power · 60 Hz
139 kVA
Electrical Output
111 kWe
Cylinders
L4
Displacement
4.801 L
Rated Speed
1,800 RPM

Power Ratings

kWm = mechanical shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = kWe ÷ 0.8 pf

60 Hz1800 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power134111139

Mercedes-Benz OM 924 LA generator set context

The Mercedes-Benz OM 924 LA is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 60 Hz generator sets, with a headline 139 kVA / 111 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.

Also searched as

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Technical Specifications

BrandMercedes-Benz
ModelOM 924 LA
SeriesOM 900 Series
ConfigurationL4 Turbocharged Aftercooled
Cylinders4
Displacement4.801 L
Compression Ratio17.5:1
Fuel Consumption25.7 L/hr
Fuel TypeDiesel
Ignition TypeCompression Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardU.S. EPA Tier 3
CertificationsU.S. EPA Tier 3
Country of OriginGermany

Frequently asked questions

What is the power output of the Mercedes-Benz OM 924 LA?

The Mercedes-Benz OM 924 LA is rated at 139 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the OM 924 LA run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Mercedes-Benz OM 924 LA is rated for 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the Mercedes-Benz OM 924 LA use?

The Mercedes-Benz OM 924 LA is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the OM 924 LA?

The Mercedes-Benz OM 924 LA is an inline-4 (4-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 4.801 L.

What emissions standard does the OM 924 LA meet?

The Mercedes-Benz OM 924 LA is certified to U.S. EPA Tier 3 emissions standards.

Is the Mercedes-Benz OM 924 LA still in production?

Yes — the Mercedes-Benz OM 924 LA is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the OM 924 LA?

Yes — an official Mercedes-Benz datasheet for the Mercedes-Benz OM 924 LA can be downloaded from this page.

Reference

Last database update
2026-07-25
Manufacturer files
1 datasheet linked

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