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KTTA50-C1800
Cummins

The Cummins KTTA50-C1800 is the pinnacle of heavy-duty diesel engineering, delivering an extraordinary 1800 horsepower from its robust 50-liter platform. Engineered for the world's most demanding applications, this V16 engine is built on the legendary Cummins K Series architecture, combining immense power density, exceptional durability, and proven reliability to maximize productivity in mining, heavy construction, and high-capacity industrial operations where performance cannot be compromised.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Engine Model | Cummins KTTA50-C1800 |
| Configuration | 4-Stroke, 60° V-type 16 Cylinders |
| Displacement | 50.3 Liters |
| Rated Power | 1343 kW (1800 HP) @ 1900 RPM |
| Aspiration | Twin-Turbocharged & Aftercooled (TTA) |
| Fuel System | Cummins PT Direct Injection / Electronic Common Rail (Model dependent) |
| Emissions | Tier 2 / Stage II Equivalent (Industrial) |
| Dry Weight (Approx.) | ~6,800 kg |
The KTTA50-C1800 is engineered as the prime power source for the largest and most critical mobile equipment, where its immense power directly translates to operational superiority.
Ultra-Class Mining Trucks: The definitive power solution for the largest electric-drive AC/DC mining haul trucks (240-ton to 400-ton class), providing the torque and reliability needed for continuous haul cycles in open-pit mines.
Major Earthmoving Machinery: Powers the largest hydraulic mining shovels, large wheel loaders, and giant bulldozers used in major mining and infrastructure projects.
Heavy-Duty Drilling Rigs: Provides reliable, high-torque power for large blast hole drill rigs and other critical mining equipment.
High-Capacity Industrial Drives: Can be configured for large pump and compressor sets in oil & gas, marine, and other heavy industrial sectors.
1. Twin-Turbocharged Power and Efficiency
The "TT" in KTTA50 signifies its advanced Twin-Turbocharged and Aftercooled air system. This configuration utilizes two turbochargers to force an immense volume of cool, dense air into the combustion chambers. This design is critical for achieving the engine's extreme power rating while maintaining excellent air-fuel mixing, resulting in superior fuel efficiency, reduced thermal loads, and enhanced altitude performance compared to single-turbo designs.
2. Legendary Heavy-Duty K-Series Durability
Built on the proven, million-hour K-Series platform, it features an ultra-rigid cast-iron cylinder block and heavy-duty rotating assembly. Key durability features include replaceable wet cylinder liners for efficient cooling and extended overhaul life, and forged steel crankshafts and connecting rods designed to withstand the extreme forces of 1800 HP operation.
3. Advanced Fuel System for Optimal Performance
Depending on the specific model iteration and emission requirements, the engine utilizes either the famously robust Cummins PT fuel system or a modern high-pressure electronic common rail system. Both are engineered for precise fuel delivery, ensuring optimal combustion for maximum power, excellent fuel economy, and low emissions under the most severe load cycles.
4. Engineered for Global Support and Maximum Uptime
Supported by Cummins' global service and parts network, the engine is designed with serviceability in mind. Its modular design and strategic service points facilitate faster maintenance. It is often supplied as a complete "power module" with integrated sub-systems, simplifying installation for OEMs and ensuring optimized performance from the start.

The Cummins KTTA50-C1800 is the pinnacle of heavy-duty diesel engineering, delivering an extraordinary 1800 horsepower from its robust 50-liter platform. Engineered for the world's most demanding applications, this V16 engine is built on the legendary Cummins K Series architecture, combining immense power density, exceptional durability, and proven reliability to maximize productivity in mining, heavy construction, and high-capacity industrial operations where performance cannot be compromised.
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Engine Model | Cummins KTTA50-C1800 |
| Configuration | 4-Stroke, 60° V-type 16 Cylinders |
| Displacement | 50.3 Liters |
| Rated Power | 1343 kW (1800 HP) @ 1900 RPM |
| Aspiration | Twin-Turbocharged & Aftercooled (TTA) |
| Fuel System | Cummins PT Direct Injection / Electronic Common Rail (Model dependent) |
| Emissions | Tier 2 / Stage II Equivalent (Industrial) |
| Dry Weight (Approx.) | ~6,800 kg |
The KTTA50-C1800 is engineered as the prime power source for the largest and most critical mobile equipment, where its immense power directly translates to operational superiority.
Ultra-Class Mining Trucks: The definitive power solution for the largest electric-drive AC/DC mining haul trucks (240-ton to 400-ton class), providing the torque and reliability needed for continuous haul cycles in open-pit mines.
Major Earthmoving Machinery: Powers the largest hydraulic mining shovels, large wheel loaders, and giant bulldozers used in major mining and infrastructure projects.
Heavy-Duty Drilling Rigs: Provides reliable, high-torque power for large blast hole drill rigs and other critical mining equipment.
High-Capacity Industrial Drives: Can be configured for large pump and compressor sets in oil & gas, marine, and other heavy industrial sectors.
1. Twin-Turbocharged Power and Efficiency
The "TT" in KTTA50 signifies its advanced Twin-Turbocharged and Aftercooled air system. This configuration utilizes two turbochargers to force an immense volume of cool, dense air into the combustion chambers. This design is critical for achieving the engine's extreme power rating while maintaining excellent air-fuel mixing, resulting in superior fuel efficiency, reduced thermal loads, and enhanced altitude performance compared to single-turbo designs.
2. Legendary Heavy-Duty K-Series Durability
Built on the proven, million-hour K-Series platform, it features an ultra-rigid cast-iron cylinder block and heavy-duty rotating assembly. Key durability features include replaceable wet cylinder liners for efficient cooling and extended overhaul life, and forged steel crankshafts and connecting rods designed to withstand the extreme forces of 1800 HP operation.
3. Advanced Fuel System for Optimal Performance
Depending on the specific model iteration and emission requirements, the engine utilizes either the famously robust Cummins PT fuel system or a modern high-pressure electronic common rail system. Both are engineered for precise fuel delivery, ensuring optimal combustion for maximum power, excellent fuel economy, and low emissions under the most severe load cycles.
4. Engineered for Global Support and Maximum Uptime
Supported by Cummins' global service and parts network, the engine is designed with serviceability in mind. Its modular design and strategic service points facilitate faster maintenance. It is often supplied as a complete "power module" with integrated sub-systems, simplifying installation for OEMs and ensuring optimized performance from the start.
