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Cummins/Onan 6CTA8.3-M Engine Engine

The Cummins/Onan 6CTA8.3-M is a 8.3 L 6-cylinder turbocharged, aftercooled engine rated at 2500 rpm, producing up to 261 kW. It powers generator sets from Cummins MerCruiser Diesel. It holds 17 L (4.5 gal) of oil.

Part of the Cummins/Onan 6CTA8.3 engine family — 10 variants share parts & fitment.

8.3 L
Displacement
6
Cylinders
2500 rpm
Rated speed
261 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Oil capacity17.0 L
Displacement8.3 L
Cylinders6
AspirationTurbocharged, Aftercooled
Rated speed2500 rpm
Gross power261 kW

Generator sets powered by this engine

1
Cummins MerCruiser Diesel 6CTA8.3-M

Parts cataloged across the Cummins/Onan 6CTA8.3 family

18
Part #DescriptionCategory
503-0446Clamp, Hoseclamp
405-5832Door, Housingdoor
406-0831Hinge, Doorhinge
155-3150-04Muffler, Criticalmuffler
502-0047Nipple, Pipe (1/4)nipple
928-0502Bother_service
928-0506other_service
960-0504Aother_service
960-0505other_service
960-12other_service
405-5908Panel, Side - Radiator Housingpanel
405-5917Panel, End - Roofpanel
155-3164-01Pipe, Exhaustpipe
405-5744Post, Housing - Centerpost
405-5916Post, Corner - Housingpost
821-6003-02Screw, Cap - Hex Headscrew
526-0451Washer, Flat - Stainless Steel (M8)washer
319-2653Window, Control (If Equipped)window

Parts cataloged across all variants of this engine family — verify the exact part fits your specific variant and serial number before ordering.

Common questions

What is the oil capacity of the Cummins/Onan 6CTA8.3-M?

The Cummins/Onan 6CTA8.3-M engine has an oil capacity of 17.0 liters.

What is the displacement of the Cummins/Onan 6CTA8.3-M?

The Cummins/Onan 6CTA8.3-M has a displacement of 8.3 liters with 6 cylinders.

Which generators use the Cummins/Onan 6CTA8.3-M engine?

The Cummins/Onan 6CTA8.3-M powers 1 generator set(s), including Cummins MerCruiser Diesel 6CTA8.3-M.