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Superior* SGTD Engines

Hit the sweet spot for medium-speed gas drivers
Superior SGTD 12- and 16-cylinder gas engines
reach peak power and efficiency when packaged
with Superior MH, WH or WG separable
compressors operating at 900 RPM.

Superior Engines Since 1889

The Superior brand name has a long-standing reputation for high
quality engine and compressor products, dating back to 1889. Since
1976 alone, more than 10,000 Superior engines and compressor
frames have been manufactured and installed worldwide in a
variety of high- and medium-speed applications.
Superior turbocharged gas engines are medium-speed and built
for continuous, heavy-duty service. Optimal fuel/air mixing in
SGTD Engine
the cylinder, timed fuel injection, and air-charged intercooling
result in reduced fuel consumption and lowered emissions. The
low compression (8.75:1) pistons keep dynamic stresses at a
conservative level, provide for more stable operation and enhance Designed Specifically for Natural Gas
engine tolerance to variations in quality of fuel. Compression Applications
The conservative horsepower rating of Superior engines provides • Built for continuous, heavy- duty service
ample reserve for emergency situations. Intercooling with optimal
• Medium speed, four-cycle, spark ignited natural gas engine
valve overlap results in cooler combustion chamber parts while
assuring lower fuel consumption, greater efficiency, longer service • Turbocharged and intercooled
life and trouble-free operation. • ATEX compliant to Group II, Category 3, Zone 2 (G)
• CE mark

Designed for Reduced Fuel Consumption

and Lower Emissions
MH / WH Compressors
• Optimal fuel/air mixing in cylinder
• Timed fuel injection
• Charge air intercooling

Designed for Variation in Fuel Quality

and Long Life
WG Compressors • Low
 compression pistons and low BMEP to maintain a
conservative level of dynamic stresses
GE Oil & Gas offers a wide range of compressor solutions for your
unique gas applications. All of our Superior compressor packages are • Based on original 825 Series (147 BMEP)
designed for application flexibility and engineered to provide rugged, • Uncomplicated
 design for ease of maintenance without special
reliable service and value. tools or specialized training
Superior Engine Technical Data
Model Model
Engine Specifications
12SGTD 16SGTD
No. of Cylinders 12 16
Bhp [kW] 2,000 (1,490) 2,650 (1,975)
Rated Speed [ rpm* ] 900 900
Bore / Stroke [ in (cm) ] 10 x 10.5 (25.4 26.7) 10 x 10.5 (25.4 26.7)
Displacement [ in3 (liter) ] 9,896 (162) 13,195 (216)
BMEP [psi (bar)] 177.8 (12.4) 177.8 (12.4)
Piston Speed [ fpm (m/s) ] 1,575 (8) 1,575 (8)
Bearing Diameters
Main [ in (cm) ] 8 (20.3) 8 (20.3)
Crankpin [ in (cm) ] 6.375 (16.2) 6.375 (16.2)
Piston Pin [ in (cm) ] 3.5 (8.9) 3.5 (8.9)
Camshaft [ in (cm) ] 2.75 (7.0) 2.75 (7.0)
Starting Air System
System Pressure [ psi (kg/cm2) ] 150 150
Consumption Rate (Air) [ scfm (liters/sec) ] 1500 (708) 1500 (708)
Consumption Rate (Gas) [ scfm (liters/sec) ] 1781 (841) 1781 (841)
Air Intake System
Air Intake Flow Rate [ scfm (m3/min) ] 4,895 (139) 6,526 (185)
Air Intake Pressure Drop (Max.) [ in H2O (cm H2O) ] 10 (25.4) 10 (25.4)
Fuel Gas System
Fuel Gas Pressure [ psi (bar) ] 50 - 55 (3.4 - 3.8) 50 - 55 (3.4 - 3.8)
Exhaust System
Exhaust Temperature [ °F (°C) ] 760 (404) 760 (404)
Exhaust Flow [ lbs./min. (kg/min) ] 385 (175) 514 (233)
Exhaust Back Pressure (Max.) [ in H2O (cm H2O) ] 10 (25.4) 10 (25.4)
Cooling Water System
Jacket Water System Capacity [ Gal (liters) ] 146 (553) 186 (704)
Jacket Water Outlet Temperature [ °F (°C) ] 165 - 180 (74 - 82) 165 - 180 (74 - 82)
Design Flow Rate at Rated Speed [ gpm (liters/min) ] 750 (2,838) 775 (2,933)
Intercooler Water Pump Flow [ gpm (liters/min) ] 200 (757) 340 (1,287)
Lube Oil System
Lube Oil System Capacity [ gallons (liters) ] 165 (625) 220 (835)
Lube Oil System Flow [ gpm (liters/min) ] 70 (265) 90 (341)
Lube Oil Consumption [ gal/day (liters/day) ] 3.30 (12.5) 5.28 (20)
Lube Oil Outlet Temperature [ °F (°C) ] 165 - 175 (74 - 79) 165 - 175 (74 - 79)
Lube Oil Filters Micron 15 15
Brake Specific Fuel Consumption
100% Load [ btu/Bhp-hr (kcal/kW-hr) ] 7100 (2400) 7100 (2400)
75% Load [ btu/Bhp-hr (kcal/kW-hr) ] 7400 (2500) 7400 (2500)
50% Load [ btu/Bhp-hr (kcal/kW-hr) ] 7900 (2670) 7900 (2670)
Engine Emissions†
NOx [ grams/Bhp-hr (mg/Nm3) ] 0.7 (300) 0.7 (300)
CO [ grams/Bhp-hr (mg/Nm3) ] 2.5 (1100) 2.5 (1100)
NMHC [ grams/Bhp-hr (mg/Nm3) ] 0.75 (330) 0.75 (330)
Dry Weight [ lbs (kg) ] 42,500 (19,280) 54,000 (24,494)
Heaviest Lift (Cylinder Block) [ lbs (kg) ] 10,400 (4,717) 11,000 (4,990)
Exhaust Manifold [ lbs (kg) ] 1,210 (549) 1,530 (694)
Turbocharger Assembly [ lbs (kg) ] 1,170 (531) 1,170 (531)
Cylinder Head [ lbs (kg) ] 250 (113) 250 (113)
Piston and Connecting Rod [ lbs (kg) ] 198 (90) 198 (90)
Overhead Clearance to Remove Piston and Connecting Rod [ in (cm) ] 89 (226) 89 (226)
Dimensions‡
Length [ ft - in (cm) ] 15 - 4 (467) 18 - 5 (560)
Width (without platforms) [ ft - in (cm) ] 7 - 4 (224) 7 - 9 (235)
Height [ ft - in (cm) ] 8 - 10 (269) 9 - 2 (279)

* Minimum permissible operating speed is 600rpm. Corresponding Bhp and kW values are available within these speed ranges.
† Qualifying conditions:
Pipeline quality gas with a methane content > 90% with a LHV of 900 btu/scf ± 15%130°F manifold temperature, intercooler water temperature < 120°F, ambient temperature = 100°F, altitude < 4,000ft.
Refer to factory for all other conditions
‡ Dimensions are approximate and not to be used for construction.

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