Performance when it matters most.
Whether your waterway route is less than a mile or upwards of 600 miles, the Cummins Global passenger segment has a wide range of diesel engine power ratings from 250 - 4,200 hp designed to support both newly constructed and existing global passenger vessels. The unparalleled reliability and availability of Cummins products means less maintenance costs and higher uptime for operators, and a safe, smooth ride for passengers.
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Unmatched reliability
Our marine engines provide the dependability and longevity needed for passenger vessels.
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Unrivaled performance
Rest assured that Cummins marine engines will stand up to any challenge—no matter how turbulent the waters.
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Get the power you need to keep your operation moving.
QSB6.7/QSB7
- In-line, 6-cylinder, 4 stroke diesel
- 230 - 550 hp
- Rear engine-mounted water cooled turbocharger from Cummins Turbo Technologies
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X15
- In-line, 6-cylinder, 4 stroke diesel
- 450 - 605 hp
- Robust engine block designed for continuous duty operation and long life
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QSK60
- V-16 cylinder, 4-stroke diesel
- 2000 - 2700 hp
- Improved idle standby, reduced noise vibration
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Our line of marine generator sets include Onan and C Power gensets suitable for a variety of vessels, and all offer the same reliability and durability you’ve come to expect from us.
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Featured solutions
Tier 4 lets you do something you may not do often: enjoy the view.
If mariners know anything, it’s this: Success isn’t always easy. But thanks to our EPA Tier 4 / IMO III solutions, the QSK38 and QSK60, complying with emissions standards is. With the latest aftertreatment added to the already-proven QSK60, midlife overhauls become a thing of the past. There’s no need to change out major components until a full overhaul. And best of all, you can keep up with emissions regulations without sacrificing uptime, or one ounce of power.
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Cummins in action
The water has a way of testing the durability of even the toughest marine solutions. See how our passenger ferry solutions perform under pressure.
Norway Diesel-Electric Battery Powered Ferry
With a rugged coastline and many fjords to cross, Norway has become a world leader in progressive ferry design. The Basto Series of RO-RO ferries is powered by four Cummins QSK50 IMO Tier III diesel-powered generator sets, two in each end with each producing 1290 kWM.
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Washington State Ferry
Sally Fox is a 104 by 32-foot catamaran that will carry 250 passengers on the Vashon Island to Seattle route. The monster vessel is powered by a pair of Cummins QSK50-M Tier 3 main engines, each delivering 1800 HP at 1900 RPM to fixed pitch propellers, giving the ferry a 28-knot service speed.
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China Coastal Passenger Ferry
China’s Zhejiang province has added a fine new 690-passenger ferry to its fleet of vessels. Operated by a 20-person crew, the Zhoushan Islands Prosperity is powered by a pair of Cummins QSK60-M engines rated for 2700 horsepower at 1900 RPM.
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Local presence. Global reach.
Through a global network of 500 distributor and 7,500 dealer locations, our far-reaching presence guarantees a face-to-face interaction no matter where you are. Our engines and aftertreatment systems come with a full warranty backed by the power of our service network, ensuring fast access to support and engineering help when you need it.
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