"> Cummins KTA50-DM Marine Generator Set
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Cummins

KTA50-DM Marine Generator Set

The Cummins KTA50-DM is a 16‑cylinder V‑type, 1500 rpm diesel engine designed to drive a shaft‑generator or PTO on marine vessels, providing reliable power generation directly from the main propulsion line.

1100.0 kW
Power
Per ship electrical load analysis
Capacity
Diesel/MDO
Medium

Components & Design

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Technical Data

engine model KTA50-DM
configuration V
displacement l 50.3
rpm 1500
frequency hz 50

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Common failures & inspection points

●Injector wear causing exhaust temperature spread
●Turbocharger seal leakage
●Cooling system fouling causing high jacket-water temperature

Service & Maintenance

Plan oil sampling and valve/injector setting by running hours. Avoid prolonged low-load running; perform load tests and cooling system cleaning periodically.

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Replacement Parts

Recommended spares include filter sets, injector and PT pump service parts, turbocharger kits, water pump kit, gaskets and sensors.
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