The right choice
for air, land & sea.

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One engine goes
above and beyond.

The GE38 delivers better power and fuel economy in any environment than outdated engines. That’s why Sikorsky and the U.S. Navy chose to invest in it for the CH-53K – the world’s most powerful maritime helicopter.

Now the time has come to select an engine for the next generation of SSC applications, and the GE38 is the right choice again.

By utilizing virtually the same engine on multiple applications, the U.S. Navy will have the advantage of tooling and part commonality as well as lower logistics costs.

Plus, the GE38 is well suited for compact, lightweight, efficient, 4 MW turbine generator sets for ship service power on the DDG51 and future surface combatants.

As you can see, the GE38 engine is a driving force behind the U.S. Navy’s past, present and future.

SSCs will get a whole lot meaner. And leaner.

With over 50% more power and up to 18% better fuel consumption than its predecessors, the GE38 propulsion system already meets future emissions requirements. Now you can push your fuel limits without pulling a single punch. It’s just one more way GE is driving the future of marine technology.

Visit GE.com/marine to learn more.

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Specifications

  • Modern turbine aerodynamics, materials and cooling schemes for durability and efficiency
  • Rugged compressor with split casing and erosion coating to increase repair intervals
  • Engine-mounted FADEC with prognostics and health management to improve performance and reduce maintenance cost
  • Output (Shp): 7,500 class
  • 57% more power
  • 18% better specific fuel consumption (sfc)
  • 63% fewer parts
  • Corrosion-resistant materials throughout the engine to operate in the marine environment
  • Modular engine with sealed oil sumps and top-mounted accessories for ease of field maintenance

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  • SNA East Coast
    (Crystal City, VA)
    Jan 10-12
  • DEF Expo
    (Delhi, India)
    Mar 29-Apr 1
  • Navy League Sea-Air-Space
    (National Harbor, MD)
    Apr 16-18
  • CANSEC
    (Ottawa, Canada)
    May 30-31
  • Euronaval
    (Paris, France)
    Oct 22-25

Contact

Dave Nelson

Marketing Manager

GE Marine

513.552.4230

dave_nelson@ge.com

GE Marine is a division of GE Aviation, Cincinnati, OH