Every Alternative.

B Gas Plus.

Natural Gas Engine for Truck and Bus.

B Gas PlusWelcome to the next evolution of truck and bus power from the world leader in alternative fuel engines. Cummins Westport is the industry leader in producing high-quality, economical natural gas engines to meet the growing demand for clean power worldwide.

Building on the rugged, reliable design of Cummins diesel engines, the Cummins Westport B Gas Plus engine is a six-cylinder Lean-Burn Spark-Ignited natural gas vehicle engine that delivers from 195 to 230 hp with ultra-low emissions. It provides excellent torque, high fuel efficiency and reliable, robust performance.

Features

  • Ultra-low emissions—certified to U.S. EPA and CARB 2007 standard and Euro V and EEV
  • Proven "Plus" technology
  • Reliable—easy to maintain
  • Economical—low-cost natural gas

Specifications

Advertised Horsepower 195–230 hp 145–172 kW
Peak Torque 420–500 lb-ft 570–678 N•m
Governed Speed 2,800 rpm
Clutch Engagement Torque 285 lb-ft 386 N•m
Number of Cylinders 6
Compression Ratio 10:1
Oil System Capacity 4.0 U.S. gal 15 L
Coolant Capacity 10.5 U.S. qts 9.9 L
Net Weight w/ Std. Accessories, Dry 1,018 lbs 461 kg
Fuel Types CNG / LNG / Biomethane
Methane number 65 or greater
Cummins Westport engines can accept a wide range of natural gas fuel compositions.
Use our Fuel Performance Specification Calculator to ensure compatibility.

Ratings

Model Advertised Horsepower
@ 2,800 rpm
Peak Torque
@ 1,600 rpm
BG-230 230 hp (172 kW) 500 lb-ft (678 N•m)
BG-200 200 hp (149 kW) 465 lb-ft (631 N•m)
BG-195 195 hp (145 kW) 420 lb-ft (570 N•m)

Maintenance Intervals

  Distance Hours Months
Oil and Filter 6,000 mi (10,000 km) 250 3
Fuel Filter 24,000 mi (38,000 km) 1,000 12
Valve Adjustment 24,000 mi (38,000 km) 1,000 12
Spark Plugs (≥ 200hp) 24,000 mi (38,000 km) 1,000 12
Spark Plugs (≤ 195 hp) 36,000 mi (57,500 km) 1,500 18
Change Coolant 48,000 mi (77,000 km) 2,000 24