K50 & K2000E for Mining
Power
1600 - 2000 hp
Torque
4400 - 5800 lb-ft
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When you depend upon your equipment to move mountains, you can count on Cummins K50 engines to deliver legendary reliability and durability even in the toughest mining applications every day. With ratings from 1600 – 2000 hp (1194 – 1492 kW) both the industry-leading K2000E – and the K50 engines are ideal for every mining application from electric-drive and mechanical-drive haul trucks and loaders to high duty-cycle excavators and shovels with proven performance and mechanical simplicity of Cummins PT® fuel system. Cummins K50 and K2000E engines are designed to reduce engine operating and maintenance costs while maximizing productivity.The K2000E applies robust CENTRY electronic controls and other improvements to the proven K50 engine platform to create a V16 engine reliable, durable and smart enough for the toughest mining applications. In hauling equipment for example, CENTURY controls work with the GE Statex I, II or III Advanced Electric Drive Systems to optimize machine efficiency and fuel savings.Other features include standard Prelub Systems and CENSE™, an available electronic monitoring package for increased uptime, which keep Cummins K Series engines ahead of the rest for the best life cycle value.The base warranty includes full coverage on K Series engines and branded components, including electrics such as starters and alternators for unlimited hours during the first year of operation, extending through 2 years or 2,000 hours (whichever comes first). The base warranty also includes 3-year/10,000-hour standard protection on major components. Extended coverage is available with our Encompass protection plans with the flexibility to meet the needs of your mining operation. Cummins Encompass has you covered, around the clock and around the globe.Cummins combines proven performance with advanced technology and a global service and support network with a hard-earned reputation for responding to every need, at every hour of every day.
K2000E | K50 | |||
Engine Type | Vee 16 | Vee 16 | ||
Displacement | 3067 in | 50.25 liters | 3,060 in | 50 liters |
Advertised Horsepower | 2000 hp | 1492 kW | 1600-1800 hp | 1194-1343 kW |
Peak Torque | 5800 lb-ft | 7864 N•m | 4640-5225 lb-ft | 6291-7084 N•m |
Bore and Stroke | 6.25 in x 6.25 in | |||
Aspiration | Turbocharged and Charge Air Cooled | |||
Oil System Capacity | 236 U.S. qt | 223 liters | 236 U.S. qt | 223 liters |
Coolant Capacity | 170 U.S. qt | 161 liters | 170 U.S. qt | 161 liters |
Length | 110 in | 2794 mm | 110 in | 2794 mm |
Width | 56 in | 1422 mm | 56 in | 1422 mm |
Height | 74.1 in | 1882 mm | 74.1 in | 1882 mm |
Wet Weight | 11670 lb | 5293 kg | 11670 lb | 5293 kg |
- PT Fuel System – uses the time-tested and proven PT fuel system for high performance and ease of maintenance. PT injectors are built to handle high pressures for optimum combustion.
- Fillet-Hardened Crankshaft – smaller bolt circle and rolled threads for strength and durability
- Cummins Prelub System – Distributes and pressurizes oil in the engine before cranking can occur, and is proven to greatly extend life-to-rebuild.
- Galley-cooled pistons – reduced piston crown temperatures by as much as 100°F (38°C) for enhanced durability, reduced piston ring wear and 30% longer cylinder life.
- Turbochargers – Custom-built for K Series engines and are available in single-stage or two-stage configurations to meet any application’s requirement.
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