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Cummins 6LTAA8.9-G3 230KW 308HP Generator Engine

Name: Cummins 6LTAA8.9-G3 230KW 308HP Generator Engine
Brand: Cummins
SKU: 6LTAA8.9-G3
Availability: InStock

Cummins 6LTAA8.9-G3 diesel generator set rated 230 kW (308 HP) at 1500 rpm with 8.9L displacement for prime and standby power on site.

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Overview

What This Engine Is Built For

The Cummins 6LTAA8.9-G3 is a 6-cylinder in-line diesel generator set of 8.9L with a 114 * 145 mm bore and stroke supplied by MEP Power as a complete assembly. It is rated at 230 kW (308 HP) at 1500 rpm. The engine is turbocharged/charge air cooled and water cooled, with a BYC P7100 Pump/GAC Governor fuel system. It is built at the Dongfeng Cummins Plant 6LTAA8.9-G3. Typical duty is prime and standby power on site; dry weight with flywheel and alternator is 650 Kg and the overall envelope is 1149mm*799mm*1022mm.

Model6LTAA8.9-G3 (230kw)

Rated power230 kW (308HP)

Displacement8.9L

AspirationTurbocharged/Charge Air Cooled

Net weight650 Kg

Key Benefits

Delivers 230 kW (308 HP) at 1500 rpm from 8.9L as a factory-rated assembly.
Turbocharged/Charge Air Cooled induction with water cooling keeps charge temperature under control in continuous duty.
Dry weight 650 Kg and envelope 1149mm*799mm*1022mm are published so the installation can be checked before ordering.
Starts without auxiliary aids down to -12℃.
Backed by a written warranty of one year or 1000 hours, whichever comes first
Genuine and OEM options quoted side by side so the budget decides, not the catalogue

Application Scenarios

Factory standby power
Data centre and hospital backup
Off-grid site and mine power
Rental power package

Who It Is For

Factories and processing plants needing standby power for the whole site
Hospitals, data centres and office buildings with critical loads
Construction sites and mines working off-grid
Contractors supplying rental power packages

Problems It Solves

An outage costs more per hour than the set itself.
Sets assembled from mismatched parts never reach their rated output.
Remote sites cannot wait weeks for a spare part to be identified.
Identifying the right 6LTAA8.9-G3 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	6LTAA8.9-G3 (230kw)
Type	6 Cylinders in Line, 4 Stroke Diesel
Displacement	8.9L
Bore x Stroke	114 * 145
Net Weight	650 Kg
Overall Dimension	1149mm799mm1022mm
Manufacturing Plant	Dongfeng Cummins Plant 6LTAA8.9-G3
Rated Power/Speed at 1500 rpm	230 kW/308HP @ 1500 rpm Standby Power (1500 rpm): 250 kW/355HP @ 1500 rpm
Idle Speed	850-950 rpm Fuel Consumption @ Running: ≤ 220g/Kw.h 6LTAA8.9-G3
Aspiration	Turbocharged/Charge Air Cooled
Fuel System	BYC P7100 Pump/GAC Governor
Governor Type	Electronic, Regulation ≤5%
Compression Ratio	16.6:1
Electrical System (starter motor/alternator)	12V/24V
Lowest Starting Temp (without auxiliary system)	-12℃
Engine Cooling Fluid Volume	11.1 L
Cooling Method	Water Cooled
Rated Power	230 kW (308HP)
Rated Speed	1500 rpm
Standby Power	250 kW (335HP)
Number of Cylinders	6 cylinders
Prime Power	230 kW (308HP)
Cooling System	Water-cooled

Technical Features

Cylinders: 6 Cylinders in Line, 4 Stroke Diesel
Displacement: 8.9L
Bore and stroke: 114 * 145
Aspiration: Turbocharged/Charge Air Cooled
Fuel system: BYC P7100 Pump/GAC Governor
Governor: Electronic, Regulation ≤5%
Electrical system: 12V/24V
Compression ratio: 16.6:1

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 6LTAA8.9-G3 when ordering so the correct variant is supplied.
Confirm voltage, frequency and connection type before shipment
Allow for ventilation and exhaust routing in the plant room
Exercise standby sets under load at regular intervals
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 230 kW (308 HP) on paper, but its running history is unknown and the warranty rarely covers the whole engine.
A larger engine in the same 6LTAA8.9 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

6LTAA8.9-G3 Questions

Is this 6LTAA8.9-G3 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 6LTAA8.9-G3 produce

The rating supplied is 230 kW (308 HP) at 1500 rpm.

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 6LTAA8.9-G3 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.