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PSI 13L

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PSI 13L — 12.54 L L6 (126 × 165.1 mm bore × stroke) turbocharged & air-cooled natural gas / propane generator engine, 9.75:1 compression, 1050 kg dry. 223 kWe standby / 205 kWe prime @ 50 Hz. From the official PSI 13L spec sheet (High-Output NG standby 250/300 kWe (50/60 Hz)).

PSI 13L 12.54L L6 natural gas generator engine — 279 kVA standby specifications
PSI 13L 12.54L L6 natural gas generator engine — 279 kVA standby specifications
Standby Power · 50 Hz
279 kVA
Electrical Output
223 kWe
Cylinders
L6
Displacement
12.54 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 Power230205256.3
Standby Power250223278.8

60 Hz1800 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power240207258.8
Standby Power299262327.5

PSI 13L generator set context

The PSI 13L is listed here as a natural gas generator-drive engine for 50 Hz and 60 Hz generator sets, with a headline 279 kVA / 223 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

BrandPSI
Model13L
ConfigurationL6
Cylinders6
Displacement12.54 L
Compression Ratio9.75:1
Dry Weight1050 kg
Fuel TypeNatural Gas
Ignition TypeSpark Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardU.S. EPA Stationary
CertificationsEPA
Country of OriginUnited States

Frequently asked questions

What is the power output of the PSI 13L?

The PSI 13L is rated at 279 kVA standby / 256 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 328 kVA standby / 259 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the 13L run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The PSI 13L is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the PSI 13L use?

The PSI 13L is a Natural Gas generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the 13L?

The PSI 13L is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 12.54 L.

What emissions standard does the 13L meet?

The PSI 13L is certified to U.S. EPA Stationary emissions standards.

Is the PSI 13L still in production?

Yes — the PSI 13L is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the 13L?

Yes — an official PSI datasheet for the PSI 13L can be downloaded from this page.

Reference

Canonical page
/engines/psi-gas-13l
Last database update
2026-06-29
Manufacturer files
2 datasheets linked

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