Cummins KTA38-M1 Marine Engine | 1000HP Continuous Duty Diesel Power

Product Description

• The Cummins KTA38-M1 is a high-output, 38-liter V12 marine diesel engine delivering 1000 horsepower at 1800 RPM. Engineered for continuous-duty applications, it combines Cummins’ proven durability with advanced turbocharged and aftercooled technology.
• Ideal for demanding commercial vessels, the KTA38-M1 offers reliable performance, easy serviceability, and global support to keep your operations running efficiently.

Specifications

Exact weight varies with cooling system, accessories, and optional configurations. Contact for detailed installation drawings.

Product Advantages

• Unmatched Continuous Power: Certified for Continuous Duty (ISO 3046), enabling non-stop operation at full rated power (1000 HP @ 1800 rpm) – essential for vessels requiring constant propulsion output.
• Global Emissions Compliance: Certified to meet IMO MARPOL Annex VI Regulation 13 NOx requirements, ensuring acceptance in regulated waters worldwide.
• Proven Fuel Efficiency: Optimized performance curves deliver excellent fuel economy across the operating range, particularly when matched to a typical marine propeller load (3.0 exponent curve). Fuel consumption data based on standard fuel (35° API, 42,780 kJ/kg LHV).
• High Power Density: 1000 HP from a compact 38L displacement, achieved through efficient turbocharging and aftercooling.
• Reliability & Durability: Built to Cummins’ rigorous standards for marine applications, featuring heavy-duty construction components and systems designed for long service life in harsh environments.

• Reduced Downtime: Commonality with Cummins global parts and support network facilitates easier maintenance and faster servicing.

Key Features

• Turbocharged & Aftercooled (T/A): Maximizes air intake density for optimal combustion efficiency, power output, and lower emissions.
• PT Fuel System: Renowned Cummins technology providing precise fuel metering, reliability, and ease of maintenance.
• Continuous Duty Rating: Engineered and certified for sustained operation at 1000 HP, unlike many engines limited to intermittent peaks.
• High Shaft Power Efficiency: Delivers 97% of rated brake power to the propeller shaft after accounting for typical reverse/reduction gear losses.
• Comprehensive Cooling System: Designed for marine heat exchanger applications (JWAC – Jacket Water Aftercooled), with specifications provided for coolant flow and heat rejection.
• Integrated Data Provision: Detailed performance curves and system data (air, fuel, exhaust, cooling) available for precise vessel design and integration.
• ISO/SAE Certified Performance: Ratings and fuel consumption figures derived under standardized reference conditions (ISO 8665, SAE J1228) for accurate comparison.

Applications

• Tugboats & Pushboats: Bollard pull and continuous thrust operations.
• Offshore Supply & Utility Vessels: Reliable power for long-range marine missions.
• Large Ferries & Passenger Vessels: Smooth, dependable propulsion for scheduled services.
• Heavy Workboats & Dredgers: High-output demands for continuous operational cycles.
• Patrol & Pilot Boats: Quick response and sustained cruising capability.
• Cargo Barges & Transport Ships: Consistent performance under variable load conditions.