Global industrial pedigree
Cummins engines appear in power generation, mining trucks and marine plant worldwide. That pedigree reassures procurement teams writing long-life capital budgets.
Cummins-powered generator sets are specified where buyers want a globally recognised industrial diesel with strong documentation and a clear parts hierarchy. AGP Generators supplies AGP packaged sets built on Cummins engines for standby and prime duty, typically from mid-range commercial sizes upward. A representative 150 kVA three-phase silent set lists around R289,000 excluding VAT. Fuel burn at 75% load on that class is roughly 28–32 L/h depending on the exact engine map and ambient conditions.
Why Cummins
What buyers and technicians typically weigh when specifying Cummins-powered AGP sets — without manufacturer marketing claims.
Documented parts trees
Clear part numbering and service literature help workshops order the right kit first time — valuable when a data hall or hospital cannot wait on a wrong filter.
Stable governing under step load
Genset-calibrated Cummins platforms handle motor starts and UPS input steps cleanly when the alternator and AVR are matched correctly to the load profile.
Technician recognition
Many industrial diesel fitters in South Africa have Cummins hours on their tickets, which shortens fault-finding on remote or multi-shift sites.
Cummins-powered range
13 AGP units currently listed with Cummins engines.
50 kVA
66 kVA
100 kVA
132 kVA
150 kVA
300 kVA
300 kVA Three Phase Silent Diesel Generator
Three PhaseDieselCummins
Lead time 5 weeks
R 510 000
Excl. VAT
450 kVA
450 kVA Three Phase Silent Diesel Generator
Three PhaseDieselCummins
Lead time 8 weeks
R 761 600
Excl. VAT
750 kVA
750 kVA Three Phase Silent Diesel Generator
Three PhaseDieselCummins
Lead time 12 weeks
R 1 250 300
Excl. VAT
250 kVA
250 kVA Three Phase Prime Power Silent Diesel Generator
Three PhaseDieselCummins
Lead time 6 weeks
R 445 000
Excl. VAT
45 kVA
110 kVA
220 kVA
220 kVA Three Phase Silent Diesel Generator
Three PhaseDieselCummins
Lead time 4 weeks
R 402 200
Excl. VAT
500 kVA
500 kVA Three Phase Containerised Diesel Generator
Three PhaseDieselCummins
Lead time 12 weeks
R 1 145 000
Excl. VAT
Model comparison
AGP catalogue units with Cummins engines. Expand the range via quote for non-stock kVA.
| Model | Engine | Prime | Standby | Phase | Fuel @75% | Noise | Weight | Price excl. VAT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 kVA Three Phase Silent Diesel Generator | Cummins 4BTA3.9-G2 | 50 kVA | 55 kVA | Three | 8.6 L/h | 70 dB | 800 kg | R155 000 |
| 66 kVA Three Phase Silent Diesel Generator | Cummins 4BTAA3.9-G2 | 66 kVA | 73 kVA | Three | 11.3 L/h | 72 dB | 975 kg | R179 300 |
| 100 kVA Three Phase Silent Diesel Generator | Cummins 6BTA5.9-G2 | 100 kVA | 110 kVA | Three | 17.1 L/h | 72 dB | 1350 kg | R211 000 |
| 132 kVA Three Phase Silent Diesel Generator | Cummins 6BTAA5.9-G2 | 132 kVA | 145 kVA | Three | 22.6 L/h | 74 dB | 1700 kg | R270 900 |
| 150 kVA Three Phase Silent Diesel Generator | Cummins 6CTA8.3-G2 | 150 kVA | 165 kVA | Three | 25.7 L/h | 74 dB | 1900 kg | R289 000 |
| 300 kVA Three Phase Silent Diesel Generator | Cummins NTA855-G1B | 300 kVA | 330 kVA | Three | 51.3 L/h | 76 dB | 3550 kg | R510 000 |
| 450 kVA Three Phase Silent Diesel Generator | Cummins QSX15-G8 | 450 kVA | 495 kVA | Three | 77 L/h | 78 dB | 5200 kg | R761 600 |
| 750 kVA Three Phase Silent Diesel Generator | Cummins KTA38-G5 | 750 kVA | 825 kVA | Three | 128.3 L/h | 80 dB | 8500 kg | R1 250 300 |
| 250 kVA Three Phase Prime Power Silent Diesel Generator | Cummins NTA855-G4 | 250 kVA | 275 kVA | Three | 42.8 L/h | 76 dB | 3000 kg | R445 000 |
| 45 kVA Three Phase Silent Diesel Generator | Cummins 4B3.9-G2 | 45 kVA | 50 kVA | Three | 7.7 L/h | 70 dB | 745 kg | R144 900 |
| 110 kVA Three Phase Silent Diesel Generator | Cummins 6BT5.9-G2 | 110 kVA | 121 kVA | Three | 18.8 L/h | 74 dB | 1460 kg | R241 000 |
| 220 kVA Three Phase Silent Diesel Generator | Cummins 6CTAA8.3-G2 | 220 kVA | 242 kVA | Three | 37.6 L/h | 76 dB | 2670 kg | R402 200 |
| 500 kVA Three Phase Containerised Diesel Generator | Cummins KTA19-G4 | 500 kVA | 550 kVA | Three | 85.5 L/h | 78 dB | 5750 kg | R1 145 000 |
Cummins engine models
Common genset engine families and the AGP kVA bands they typically serve. Always confirm the exact engine model on the nameplate of the set you purchase.
| Engine model | Cylinders | Displacement | Typical kVA band |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4B3.9-G | 4 | 3.9 L | 40–60 kVA |
| 6BT5.9-G2 | 6 | 5.9 L | 100–150 kVA |
| 6CTA8.3-G2 | 6 | 8.3 L | 180–250 kVA |
| QSL9-G5 | 6 | 8.9 L | 250–350 kVA |
| QSX15-G8 | 6 | 15 L | 400–550 kVA |
| KTA19-G4 | 6 | 19 L | 500–700 kVA |
Parts and service for Cummins-powered sets
We maintain consumable kits for the Cummins-powered AGP models we ship and coordinate major component supply through industrial diesel networks. Installation, ATS integration and CoC handover follow SANS 10142-1 when AGP installs. AGP is not an authorised Cummins distributor; engine names identify the prime mover inside the generator set only.
- Scheduled oil analysis and hour-based service plans
- Radiator and charge-air cooler cleaning for dusty sites
- Load acceptance tests after major services
- 24/7 breakdown desk for contracted customers
Cummins generator FAQs
No. We package and supply generator sets that use Cummins engines. Official engine distribution and warranty on the bare engine follow the engine maker’s channels; AGP warrants the complete set as supplied.
An AGP 150 kVA three-phase silent set with a Cummins 6BT-class engine lists near R289,000 excluding VAT. Final quotation depends on canopy, alternator brand, fuel tank and controller options.
Yes when sized for UPS input current, redundancy topology and exhaust/noise constraints. Many facilities pair N+1 Cummins-powered frames with closed-transition ATS and regular load-bank proving.
A well-built silent canopy at 150 kVA typically measures around 70–75 dB(A) at 7 m. Site walls, exhaust routing and residential neighbours may still require extra attenuation.
Often yes. Send the engine model, serial and kVA nameplate. We can propose an AGP set on a comparable platform or a drop-in replacement package where dimensions allow.