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Cummins 6CT8.3 Generator Diesel Engine 145 kW Generator Engine Assembly

Name: Cummins 6CT8.3 Generator Diesel Engine 145 kW Generator Engine Assembly
Brand: Cummins
SKU: 6CT8.3-G2
Availability: InStock

Cummins 6CT8.3-G2 6-cylinder in-line diesel engine rated 133 kW (178 HP) with 8.3L displacement for prime and standby generator sets.

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Overview

What This Engine Is Built For

The Cummins 6CT8.3-G2 is a 6-cylinder in-line generator drive diesel engine of 8.3L with a 114 * 135 mm bore and stroke supplied by MEP Power as a complete assembly. It is rated at 133 kW (178 HP). The engine is turbocharged and water cooled, with a BYC PB Pump/GAC Governor fuel system. It is built at the Dongfeng Cummins Plant 6CT8.3-G2 (133KW). Typical duty is prime and standby generator sets; dry weight with flywheel and alternator is 684 Kg and the overall envelope is 1360mm*780mm*988mm.

Model6CT8.3-G2 (133kw)

Rated power133 kW/178HP @ 1500 rpm

Displacement8.3L

AspirationTurbocharged

Net weight684 Kg

Key Benefits

Delivers 133 kW (178 HP) from 8.3L as a factory-rated assembly.
Turbocharged induction with water cooling keeps charge temperature under control in continuous duty.
Dry weight 684 Kg and envelope 1360mm*780mm*988mm are published so the installation can be checked before ordering.
Starts without auxiliary aids down to -12℃.
Built on the 6CT8.3 platform, a Cummins family with parts availability worldwide
Shipped from Shiyan, Hubei, China with export packing and full documentation

Application Scenarios

Prime mover for a new generator set build
Standby set engine replacement
Rental power fleet rebuild
Containerised power module

Who It Is For

Genset packagers matching an engine to an alternator
Rental power companies rebuilding sets between contracts
Industrial sites replacing the prime mover in an existing canopy
Telecom and data infrastructure contractors specifying standby power

Problems It Solves

An engine that does not hold speed under block load makes the whole set unusable.
Packagers lose weeks when the engine does not match the alternator and the base frame.
Standby sets sit idle for months and must still start and take load on demand.
Identifying the right 6CT8.3-G2 variant from a serial number takes experience; MEP Power checks the configuration before quoting.

Technical data

Specification As Published

Values below are the published data for this unit. Where a figure is not listed it was not stated by the source data sheet; ask and we will confirm before you order.

Model	6CT8.3-G2 (133kw)
Type	6 Cylinders in Line, 4 Stroke Diesel
Displacement	8.3L
Bore x Stroke	114 * 135
Net Weight	684 Kg
Overall Dimension	1360mm780mm988mm
Manufacturing Plant	Dongfeng Cummins Plant 6CT8.3-G2 (133KW)
Rated Power/Speed	133 kW/178HP @ 1500 rpm
Standby Power	145 kW/194HP @ 1500 rpm Torque/
Rated Output	847 N.m @ 1500 rpm Torque/Standby Output: 923 N.m @ 1500 rpm Lowe
Idle Speed	750-950 rpm Fuel Consumption @ Runningr: ≤ 257g/Kw.h 6CT8.3-G2 (133KW)
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Fuel System	BYC PB Pump/GAC Governor
Governor Type	Electronic, Regulation ≤5%
Compression Ratio	17.3:1
Electrical System (starter motor/alternator)	12V/24V
Lowest Starting Temp (without auxiliary system)	-12℃
Engine Cooling Fluid Volume	10 L
Cooling Method	Water Cooled

Technical Features

Cylinders: 6 Cylinders in Line, 4 Stroke Diesel
Displacement: 8.3L
Bore and stroke: 114 * 135
Aspiration: Turbocharged
Fuel system: BYC PB Pump/GAC Governor
Governor: Electronic, Regulation ≤5%
Electrical system: 12V/24V
Compression ratio: 17.3:1

Quality Control

Every engine is inspected by the MEP Power inspection team before it leaves the warehouse
Engine, configuration and serial numbers are recorded and photographed for the buyer
Genuine and OEM units are quoted separately so the buyer knows exactly what is supplied
Warranty on genuine and OEM new engines and generator sets is one year or 1000 hours, whichever comes first; parts and repair labour are covered for quality faults inside that period.

Use and Installation Guide

Quote the model 6CT8.3-G2 when ordering so the correct variant is supplied.
Match the flywheel and SAE housing to the alternator before assembly
Set the governor to the frequency required, 50 Hz or 60 Hz
Run a load bank test before the set goes into service
Keep the warranty terms in mind: one year or 1000 hours, whichever comes first.

Customisation Options

OEM and ODM builds, including your logo and company name on the unit
Cummins engine customisation and modification to your requirement
Mining and special explosion-proof builds
Genuine or OEM parts specified on the quotation

How It Compares

Compared with	What to consider
A rebuilt or used engine of the same rating	A rebuilt unit may show the same 133 kW (178 HP) on paper, but its running history is unknown and the warranty rarely covers the whole engine.
A larger engine in the same 6CT8.3 range	Moving up a frame size adds weight, envelope and fuel burn; specify the next size up only if the duty cycle really needs the headroom.
A non-Cummins engine of similar output	Parts and service for Cummins families are available in most markets, which matters more over ten years than the purchase price on day one.

Questions

6CT8.3-G2 Questions

Is this 6CT8.3-G2 a genuine Cummins engine

MEP Power supplies 100% genuine Cummins engines, generator sets and engine parts, plus OEM units and customised builds. Tell us which you need and the quotation will state clearly whether the unit offered is genuine, OEM or a customised build.

What power does the 6CT8.3-G2 produce

The rating supplied is 133 kW (178 HP).

What warranty comes with the engine

New genuine and OEM engines and generator sets carry one year or 1000 hours, whichever comes first. Inside that period MEP Power supplies replacement parts free of charge and covers the cost of the engine repair for quality faults.

How do I confirm this is the right variant for my machine

Send the engine serial number or the nameplate photograph of the unit being replaced. MEP Power checks it against the 6CT8.3-G2 configuration before quoting.

How is the engine shipped and what payment terms apply

Shipment is by sea, air or express depending on size and urgency, arranged by MEP Power or by your own forwarder. Payment terms are Alipay, WeChat, T/T or L/C.