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Cummins/Onan GTA38 G1 Engine

The Cummins/Onan GTA38 G1 is a 38 L engine rated at 1500 rpm, producing up to 744 kW. It powers generator sets from Cummins/Onan, including the GFJA.

Also known as: Cummins GTA38 G1

Part of the Cummins/Onan GTA38 engine family — 4 variants share parts & fitment.

38.0 L
Displacement
1500 rpm
Rated speed
744 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Displacement38.0 L
Rated speed1500 rpm
Gross power744 kW

Generator sets powered by this engine

1
Cummins/Onan GFJA

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Maintenance schedule

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter—
Fuel filter—
Oil filter—
Battery—
Belt—
Coolant—
Oil—
Spark plug—

Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.

Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
PressureSAE J1349 test condition: barometric pressure29.61in. Hg100 kPa; 300 ft (91 m) altitude
PressureSAE J1349 test condition: water pressure0.30in. Hg1 kPa
TemperatureRating note (1): water temperature to aftercooler, or use of air-to-air aftercooler with 100 F or lower air temperature to the radiator32C (90 F)applies to 10.5:1 / 10:1 / 11:1 note-(1) ratings
TemperatureRating note (2): water temperature to aftercooler, or use of air-to-air aftercooler with 130 F or lower air temperature to the radiator54C (130 F)applies to 8.5:1 note-(2) ratings
TemperatureRating note (3): water temperature to aftercooler, or use of air-to-air aftercooler with 110 F or lower air temperature to the radiator32C (90 F)applies to 10.5:1 note-(3) ratings
TemperatureRating note (4): water temperature to aftercooler, or use of air-to-air aftercooler with 130 F or lower air temperature to the radiator54C (130 F)applies to 8.5:1 note-(4) ratings
TemperatureSAE J1349 test condition: inlet air temperature77F25 C

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Recommended fluids

FluidGradeStandardAmbientCapacityNotes
Fueldry processed natural gas905 BTU per standard cubic foot (33.72 kJ/l) lower heating value, used for the tabulated ratings; deration may be required due to altitude, temperature, type of fuel or use of a catalytic converter

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Parts cataloged across the Cummins/Onan GTA38 family

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Part #DescriptionCategory
3822524Use on v-belts ( 3/8 to 7/8) and v-ribbed belts with 5 ribs or less.Belt
3822525Use on v-beits larger than 7/8 in. and v-ribbed belts with 6 or more ribs.Belt
3305373Cummins Part No. DCA4 UnitsCoolant filter
3315459Cummins Part No. DCA4 UnitsCoolant filter
3317428Cummins Part No. DCA4 UnitsCoolant filter
3318320DCA4 Powder DCA95 (20 units)Coolant filter
DCA95Coolant FilterCoolant filter
3376891Flourescent Tracer Add to oil. Use with blacklight to find oil leaksFluid
3375049Oil Filter WrenchOil filter
3096680Piston STC 13.8:1 RatioService part / kit
3096681Piston KT Series 15.5:1 RatioService part / kit
3096682Piston KTA Series 14.5:1 RatioService part / kit
3096683Piston 13.5:1 RatioService part / kit
3096684Piston KTA 15.7:1 RatioService part / kit
3096685Piston STC 13.9:1 RatioService part / kit
3375432Crack Detection KitService part / kit
3375434Crack Detection DeveloperService part / kit
3377253Blacklight (AC) Inspect for oil leakService part / kit
3377394Blacklight (DC) Inspect for oil leakService part / kit
3377462Optical TachometerService part / kit
3377464Reflective TapeService part / kit
3628731Piston STC KitService part / kit
3630913Piston KTA-50-G7Service part / kit
3631241Piston Kit STC 13.9:1 RatioService part / kit
3631242Piston Kit 13.5:1 RatioService part / kit
3631243Piston Kit KTA 15.7:1 RatioService part / kit
3631244Piston Kit KTA Series 14.5:1 RatioService part / kit
3631245Piston Kit KT Series 15.5:1 RatioService part / kit
3631246Piston Kit STC 13.8:1 RatioService part / kit
3803530Piston Assembly STCService part / kit
3804747Piston Kit KTA-50-G7Service part / kit
3804885Piston KTA-50-G8/G9Service part / kit
4089847Piston Kit GTA38/19Service part / kit
4090013Piston Kit KTA-38-M2Service part / kit
4090029Piston Kit QSK19CEService part / kit
4090181Piston GTA38/19Service part / kit
4097889Piston KTA-38-M2Service part / kit
4910463Piston QSK19R/MService part / kit
4910465Piston QSK SeriesService part / kit
4916177Piston GTA/GQSK19Service part / kit
4918058Piston QSK19CEService part / kit
4922319Piston QSK19CService part / kit
4955233Piston Kit QSK19R/MService part / kit
4955235Piston Kit QSK SeriesService part / kit
4955236Piston Kit QSK19CService part / kit
4955238Piston Kit GTA/GQSK19Service part / kit
M-205091Valve LockService part / kit
M-2881944Kit - Exhaust ValveService part / kit
M-4955238Piston KitService part / kit
3376898Engine Water PumpPump
3375411Thermostat Seal MandrelThermostat
3375055Pressure Regulator Removal ToolTool
3375182Valve Spring TesterTool
3375301Tube CutterTool
3376579Open spin-on full flow filter for inspectionTool

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 displacement of the Cummins/Onan GTA38 G1?

The Cummins/Onan GTA38 G1 has a displacement of 38.0 liters.

Which generators use the Cummins/Onan GTA38 G1 engine?

The Cummins/Onan GTA38 G1 powers 1 generator set(s), including Cummins/Onan GFJA.