Volvo Penta Announces Latest Industrial Genset Engine

February 25, 2026

Matt Wolfe

The G17 is the CNG counterpart to Volvo Penta’s D17 diesel-fueled industrial genset engine. (Volvo Penta)

Volvo Penta has announced the latest addition to its stationary power generation portfolio with the introduction of the G17 natural gas engine. The G17 is the CNG counterpart to Volvo Penta’s D17 diesel-fueled industrial genset engine. Volvo states that the G17 represents a significant step forward in the company’s path to zero emissions by delivering fuel flexibility and scalable performance.

“The energy transition isn’t one-size-fits-all. It requires multiple technologies and fuel pathways working in parallel,” said Kristian Vekas, product manager for industrial power generation at Volvo Penta. “The G17 expands our power generation portfolio with a gas option engineered to meet rising global demand for dependable, lower-emission solutions that are backed by the strength of the Volvo Group and our global support network.”

According to Volvo, the G17 is built on the same platform as the diesel-powered D17 engine. Like its D17 cousin, the G17 is a 17-liter, 6-cylinder design. However, the spark-ignited G17 can operate on both pipeline-quality, conventional natural gas and renewable natural gas (RNG).

The G17 is built on the same platform as the diesel-powered D17 engine. (Volvo Penta)

The overall footprint and cooling system design of the G17 is reportedly similar to the D16 and D17 engines, which simplifies installation and retrofit needs. The G17’s streamlined component layout and fewer cylinders improve serviceability and, according to Volvo, contribute to reduced total cost of ownership over the engine’s lifecycle.

Volvo states that the G17’s flexible fueling options allow operators to connect directly to existing gas infrastructure, simplifying installation and eliminating the need for additional fuel-conditioning systems.

“The G17 is engineered to deliver lower emissions without trade-offs,” Vekas said. “Its flexible fuel capability helps reduce carbon intensity while maintaining the power density, responsiveness and durability customers expect from Volvo Penta’s heavy-duty platform.”

The G17 carries a 60 Hz power output rating of 444 kWe at 1800 rpm for prime power applications with a standby power rating of 488 kWe. It is also certified to meet current U.S. EPA Stationary standards thanks to a low-pressure exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) system as well as a high-efficiency three-way catalyst.

The G17 has a 60 Hz power output rating of 444 kWe at 1800 rpm for prime power applications with a standby power rating of 488 kWe. (Volvo Penta)

According to Volvo, the G17’s stackable platform is suited for space-contained environments such as data centers. The G17 engine can also be integrated into broader energy strategies that combine internal combustion engines with renewable fuels and battery systems for energy storage.

“With the G17 gas engine, Volvo Penta is expanding its ability to deliver integrated energy solutions that combine proven technology, emerging fuel pathways and strong service,” Vekas said. “This approach gives customers a reliable, scalable foundation to progress with their long-term energy goals.”