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LM6000
Marine Gas Turbine
The LM6000 is a simple-cycle, two-shaft, high-
performance gas turbine that is derived from GEs CF6-
80C2 high bypass turbofan aircraft engine. There are two
Performance
models of the LM6000: the LM6000PC is a 42 MW
LM6000PC LM6000PG
machine, and the LM6000PG has an output of 52 MW.
Output
Taking advantage of the CF6-80C2 low-pressure systems
shp 56,900 70,275
normal operating speed of 3600 rpm, the LM6000PC
kWs 42,428 52,403
couples loads directly to the low-pressure turbine shaft.
SFC
This feature allows the commonality of the CF6-80C2 and
lb/shp-hr .329 .332
the LM6000 to be maintained. The LM6000PG operates
g/kW-hr 200.1 201.9
at 3900 rpm but the big advantage is the additional
Heat rate
power in the same size machine. Both models use low-
Btu/shp-hr 6,049 6,117
cost, field-proven parts. The low-pressure compressor
Btu/kWs-hr 8,119 8,210
features independently controlled variable inlet guide
kJ/kWs-hr 8,564 8,660
vanes and variable stator vanes to modulate airflow,
Exhaust gas flow
ensuring fast, easy startup/shutdown even under
lb/sec 273 310
partial loads. The high pressure compressor is mated to
kg/sec 124 141
an efficient annular combustor for maximum fuel
Exhaust gas 853F (456C) 930F (499C)
economy. Incorporation of advanced airflow and cooling
temperature
technologies helps the LM6000 have unprecedented
Power turbine 3600 rpm 3930 rpm
parts life, and provide reliable and efficient power, low
speed
fuel consumption, and low NOx, carbon monoxide, and
Average performance, 60 Hertz, 59F, sea level, 60%
unburned hydrocarbon emissions, which is critical for
relative humidity, no inlet/exhaust losses
marine applications.
The LM6000 weighs only 17,336 pounds (7,863 kilograms) Max Power vs. Ambient Temperature
which is less than half the weight of other large losses: inlet/exhaust 4/6 inches (10/15 centimeters) water
aeroderivative gas turbines. The entire unit is only 193.5
inches long (4.91 meters), 85 inches wide (2.159 meters)
and 81 inches high (2.05 meters) so you can generate
more power in less space.
The compact LM6000, with its great environmental and
high thermal performance, is an ideal gas turbine for
consideration in ship propulsion systems design when
high performance and high power are a requirement.

LM6000
Gas Turbine
GE Aviation (Cincinnati, OH)
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LM6000 Marine Gas Turbine
LM6000 Marine Gas Turbine Gensets Specific Qualifications
The LM600PC and LM6000PG marine gas turbines can be While the LM6000 has not yet been applied for ship
coupled with an electric generator making LM6000 propulsion, many design studies have been performed
marine gas turbine-generator sets. The LM6000 gensets showing its viability. More than 1,100 of these units have
are ideal for ship applications for which electric drive is shipped or are operating in industrial applications, driving
the propulsion system of choice. electric generators for utility and industrial power
generation. At sea, 15 units are used aboard offshore
platforms, floating production storage and offloading
Dimensions*
ships, and power barges, accumulating over 700,000
Base plate width 169.6 in (4.307 m) operating hours. More than 8 million operating hours
Base plate length 650 in (16.51 m) have been logged on all the LM6000s, experiencing a
fleet-wide reliability greater than 99%.
Enclosure height 193.3 in (4.909 m)
The LM6000 PC and PG models have received Lloyds
Base plate weight 302,000 lb (136,985 kg)
Registers Design Appraisal Document to the Marine
Duct flow areas Inlet 90 sq ft (8.36 sq m) Naval Vessel Rules (NVR). This powerful gas turbine is now
Exhaust 57 sq ft (5.29 sq m) available for additional naval marine applications.

*Exact dimensions, weight and performance vary with the specific

Performance**
PC Model PG Model
Output (kW) 42,428 52,403
Heat rate (Btu/kW-hr) 8,348 8,203
Thermal efficiency 40.8% 41.6%
**Average performance, 60 Hertz, 59F, sea level, 60% relative
humidity, 4 inches water inlet loss, 6 inches water exhaust loss

LM6000
Marine Module

GE Aviation (Cincinnati, OH)

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2016 GE