# Cummins C1500N5CD HSK78G Gas Generator Set

> gas-generator-set - 1,500 kW, 50 Hz continuous natural-gas generator-set configuration from the HSK78G series for industrial power and CHP installations. Confirm exact alternator voltage, NOx compliance level, pipeline gas analysis and grid interconnection with Cummins.

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## Overview

- **Brand:** Cummins
- **Product family:** HSK78G gas generator series
- **Application:** 1,500 kW, 50 Hz continuous natural-gas generator-set configuration from the HSK78G series for industrial power and CHP installations. Confirm exact alternator voltage, NOx compliance level, pipeline gas analysis and grid interconnection with Cummins.
- **Product type:** gas-generator-set

## Power Ratings (ISO 8528)

| Rating | kVA | kW |
|---|---|---|
| Prime power (PRP) | 1500 | 1500 |
| Standby power (LTP/ESP) | - | - |

- **Voltage / frequency:** Project configured, 50 Hz, 3-phase, 1 PF
- **Rated current:** - A
- **Fuel consumption @ 75% load:** - L/h

## Engine & Alternator

- **Engine:** Cummins HSK78G (V-engine, - L, Manufacturer configured, 1500 rpm)
- **Governing:** Manufacturer project configuration
- **Alternator:** Cummins Generator Technologies
- **Controller:** PowerCommand - project configured

## Mechanical & Acoustic

- **Enclosure:** Project configured gas generator package
- **Dimensions (L×W×H):** -
- **Weight:** - kg - **Fuel tank:** - L
- **Noise @ 7 m:** - dB(A)

## Standards

- ISO 3046 - manufacturer rating basis
- Project grid-code requirements

## Sources

- https://www.cummins.com/sites/default/files/2019-08/Spec-Sheet-HSK78G-50Hz_2.pdf

- **Source scope:** manufacturer-family
- **Last reviewed:** 2026-09-13

Manufacturer portfolio/family source. Confirm the exact order code, guaranteed ratings and project-specific options against the current OEM datasheet before procurement or an SLD study.

Ratings follow the manufacturer datasheet ISO 8528 definitions. Site-specific fuel, exhaust, cooling and paralleling engineering require qualified verification before procurement.