Specification sheet

VTA28-G6

Description
The product of years of technical development and Fuel System—Cummins PT™ self-adjusting system.
improvement, the VTA28-Series is recognised Integral dual flyweight governor provides overspeed
globally for its performance under even the most protection independent of main governor. Camshaft
severe climatic conditions, and widely acknowledged actuated fuel injectors give accurate metering and
as the most robust and cost-effective diesel engine timing. Fuel lines are internal drilled passages in
in its power range. cylinder heads. Spin-on fuel filter.
Key design features include two large capacity Lubrication—Large capacity gear pump provides
aftercoolers for more efficient combustion, dual pressure lubrication to all bearings and oil supply for
camshafts for precise control, valve and injector piston cooling. All pressure lines are internal drilled
timing, a cooling system boasting a more even flow passages in block and heads. Oil cooler, full flow
of coolant around the cylinder liners, valves and filters, and bypass filters maintain oil condition and
injectors, and Cummins PT self-adjusting fuel maximize oil and engine life.
system for overspeed protection independent of the
main governor. Turbocharger—Two Holset turbochargers mounted
at top of engine. Turbocharging provides more
power, improved fuel economy, altitude
Features compensation, and lower smoke.
Aftercooled—Two large capacity aftercoolers result Coolpac integrated design - Products are supplied
in cooler, denser intake air for more efficient complete with cooling package and air cleaner kit for
combustion and reduced internal stresses for longer a complete power package. Each component has
life. Aftercooler is located in engine coolant system, been specifically developed and rigorously tested for
eliminating need for special plumbing. G-Drive products, ensuring high performance,
Camshaft—Dual camshafts precisely control valve durability and reliability.
and injector timing. Lobes are induction hardened for Service and support - G-Drive products are backed
long life. Fourteen replaceable precision type by an uncompromising level of technical support and
bushings 2.0 in. (51 mm) diameter. after sales service, delivered through a world class
Cooling System—Belt driven centrifugal water service network.
pump. Large volume water passages provide even
flow of coolant around cylinder liners, valves and
injectors. Dual modulating bypass thermostats
regulate coolant temperature.
Cylinder Block—Alloy cast iron with removable wet
liners. Cross bolt support to main bearing cap
provides extra strength and stability.

This equipment has been built to

comply with CE certification
requirement subject to EU RoHS
exclusion per EU 2011/65.
This engine has been designed
in facilities certified to ISO9001
and manufactured in facilities
certified to ISO9001 or ISO9002.

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 1500 rpm (50 Hz ratings)
Gross engine output Net engine output Typical generator set output
Standby Prime Base Standby Prime Base Standby (ESP) Prime (PRP) Base (COP)
kWm/BHP kWm/BHP kWe kVA kWe kVA kWe kVA
733/983 - - 705/945 - - 660 825 - - - -

General engine data

Type 4-cycle, 40 degree vee, 12-Cylinder Diesel
Bore mm 140 mm (5.50 in.)
Stroke mm 152 mm (6.00 in.)
Displacement litre 28.0 litre (1710 in.3)
Cylinder block Alloy cast iron, 12 cylinder
Battery charging alternator 35 amps
Starting voltage 24 volt, negative ground
Fuel system Cummins PT™ self-adjusting system
Fuel filter Dual, Fleetguard spin-on fuel filters
Lube oil filter type(s) Spin-on full flow filters with option of kit or mounted bypass filter
Lube oil capacity (l) 83.0
Flywheel dimensions SAE 0

Coolpac performance data

Cooling system design 1 pump – 1 loop
Coolant ratio 50% ethylene glycol; 50% water
Coolant capacity (l) 182
Limiting ambient temp.** (°C) 40
Fan power (kWm) 19.6
3
Cooling system air flow (m /s)** 17.2
Air cleaner type Dry replaceable element with restriction indicator
** @ 13 mm H20

Fuel consumption 1500 (50 Hz) Weights and dimensions

Length Width Height Weight (dry)
% kWm BHP L/ph g/kWh
mm mm mm kg
Standby Power 2754 1422 1963 2900

100 733 982 195 51.3

75 550 737 140 36.7

50 367 491 91 23.9

25 183 246 50 13.2

Ratings definitions
Emergency Standby Power Limited-Time Running Power Prime Power (PRP): Base Load (Continuous)
(ESP): (LTP): Power (COP):
Applicable for supplying power Applicable for supplying power Applicable for supplying power Applicable for supplying power
to varying electrical load for the to a constant electrical load for to varying electrical load for continuously to a constant
duration of power interruption of limited hours. Limited-Time unlimited hours. Prime Power electrical load for unlimited
a reliable utility source. Running Power (LTP) is in (PRP) is in accordance with ISO hours. Continuous Power (COP)
Emergency Standby Power accordance with ISO 8528. 8528. Ten percent overload in accordance with ISO 8528,
(ESP) is in accordance with ISO capability is available in ISO 3046, AS 2789, DIN6271
8528. Fuel Stop power in accordance with ISO 3046, AS and
accordance with 2789, DIN 6271 and BS 5514.
ISO 3046, AS 2789, BS 5514.
DIN 6271 and BS 5514.
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VTA28-G6
For more information contact your local Cummins distributor
or visit power.cummins.com

©2019 Cummins Inc. All rights reserved. Cummins is a registered trademark of Cummins Inc. PowerCommand, AmpSentry, InPower and “Our energy working for you.” are trademarks of
Cummins Inc. Other company, product, or service names may be trademarks or service marks of others. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
VTA28-G6