
3000kW Generator Guide: Specs, Brands, Pricing & What to Expect
A 3000kW generator sits at the upper edge of what a single diesel engine can produce. In practice, the used market for single-engine 3MW units is thin — most large facilities at this power level run paralleled smaller platforms instead. The three single-engine platforms worth knowing are the CAT 3516B HD (84.5L V16), the MTU 20V4000 G83 (the engine inside the Kohler 3000REOZMD), and the Cummins QSK78 V18. Used pricing runs $850K–$1.5M depending on hours and configuration; new units land between $2.5M and $4M. We stock 2000kW-class units and parallel-ready platforms today. Call us at (818) 484-8550 and we can discuss sourcing a 3000kW unit or building you a paralleled solution.











































