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Cummins NT855-GA 231KW 314HP Generator Engine

Name: Cummins NT855-GA 231KW 314HP Generator Engine
Brand: Cummins
SKU: NT855-GA
Availability: InStock

6-cylinder in-line diesel engine for prime and standby generator sets, supplied as the Cummins NT855-GA at 231 kW (314 HP) at 1500rmp from 14L.

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Cummins NT855-GA 231KW 314HP Generator Engine

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Overview

What This Engine Is Built For

MEP Power supplies the Cummins NT855-GA as a complete 6-cylinder in-line generator drive diesel engine of 14L running a 145×152 mm bore and stroke. It is rated at 231 kW (314 HP) at 1500rmp. The engine is turbocharged and water cooled. Typical duty is prime and standby generator sets.

Rated power231kw/314HP

Displacement14L

AspirationTurbocharged

Key Benefits

Delivers 231 kW (314 HP) at 1500rmp from 14L as a factory-rated assembly.
Turbocharged induction with water cooling keeps charge temperature under control in continuous duty.
Published fuel consumption of 219 g/kW.h makes running cost predictable.
Genuine and OEM options quoted side by side so the budget decides, not the catalogue
Built on the NT855 platform, a Cummins family with parts availability worldwide

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 NT855-GA 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.

Engine Model	Cummins NT855-GA 231KW 314HP Generator Engine Cylinder NO. 6 Cylinders in-line
Prime Power	231kw/314HP
Standby Power	254kw/345HP
Rated Speed	1500rmp
Bore x Stroke	145×152
Displacement	14L
Exhaust Temperature	484
Lubricating Oil Capacity	34L Liquid cooling capacity(L) 61.9L
Fuel Consumption	219 g/kW.h
Oil Consumption	0.4 g/kW.h
Aspiration	Turbocharged
Starting System	Electrical start
Cooling System	water cooling
Cylinders	6 Cylinders in-line

Technical Features

Displacement: 14L
Bore and stroke: 145×152
Aspiration: Turbocharged
Starting system: Electrical start

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 NT855-GA 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 231 kW (314 HP) on paper, but its running history is unknown and the warranty rarely covers the whole engine.
A larger engine in the same NT855 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

NT855-GA Questions

Is this NT855-GA 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 NT855-GA produce

The rating supplied is 231 kW (314 HP) at 1500rmp.

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 NT855-GA 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.

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