"> Cummins 6BT5.9-DM Marine Generator Set
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Cummins

6BT5.9-DM Marine Generator Set

The Cummins 6BT5.9-DM is a six‑cylinder inline low‑speed diesel engine designed as a shaft‑driven generator set (PTO) delivering reliable auxiliary power at 1500 rpm, 50 Hz.

92.0 kW
Power
Per ship electrical load analysis
Capacity
Diesel/MDO/MGO
Medium

Components & Design

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Technical Data

engine model 6BT5.9-DM
configuration inline
displacement l 5.9
rpm 1500
frequency hz 50

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Common failures & inspection points

●Raw-water pump impeller damage
●Injector pump leakage or governor instability on older units
●Heat exchanger fouling causing overheating

Service & Maintenance

Routine service normally includes oil and filter change around 250 hours, fuel filter replacement, belt inspection and cooling circuit inspection. Load-test periodically.

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Replacement Parts

Keep fuel filters, oil filters, impeller kit, belts, thermostat, injector pipes and starter motor where single generator redundancy is limited.
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Equipment Model #36875 · discontinued