Volvo Penta expands power generation portfolio with G17 natural gas engine

Scalable, lower-emission backup power for data centers and mission-critical infrastructure.

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The G17 is Volvo Penta’s new natural gas engine

Volvo Penta has expanded its power generation portfolio with the launch of the G17 natural gas engine, addressing the rapidly growing demand for reliable, scalable, and lower-emission backup power across data centers, utilities, and other mission-critical infrastructure.

As global energy consumption accelerates—driven in particular by digital infrastructure—the G17 is engineered to deliver dependable performance while supporting customers’ decarbonization and resilience objectives.

A flexible pathway in the energy transition
The G17 is the natural gas counterpart to Volvo Penta’s proven D17 genset engine and represents a further step in the company’s transformation journey. Built on the same heavy-duty platform, the 17-liter, six-cylinder, spark-ignited engine operates on both pipeline-quality natural gas and renewable natural gas (RNG).

“The energy transition isn’t one-size-fits-all,” says Kristian Vekas, Product Manager for Industrial Power Generation at Volvo Penta. “The G17 expands our portfolio with a gas option designed to meet rising global demand for dependable, lower-emission power solutions, backed by the strength of the Volvo Group and our global support network.”

Pipeline-ready, compact and high-performance
Designed for approximately 450 kWe at 1,800 rpm, the G17 delivers high power density in a compact footprint. Its ability to connect directly to existing gas infrastructure simplifies installation and removes the need for additional fuel-conditioning systems.

Key benefits include:

• Compatibility with conventional natural gas and RNG for reduced carbon intensity
• Optimized load acceptance and fast response during demand spikes or grid transitions
• A smaller enclosure that can lower space and housing material costs

With a footprint and cooling system equivalent to Volvo Penta’s D16 and D17 platforms, the G17 also supports straightforward retrofits and flexible system design.

Engineered for lower emissions and ESG targets
The G17 is designed to reduce emissions of NOₓ and particulate matter through advanced combustion controls, low-pressure Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR), and a high-efficiency three-way catalyst. Compliance with U.S. EPA stationary power application standards makes it suitable for operators facing strict air-quality regulations or ESG commitments.

Its stackable, modular architecture is particularly well suited for space-constrained environments such as data centers and can be integrated into hybrid energy strategies that combine engines, renewable fuels, and battery storage.

Built on automotive-scale technology from the Volvo Group, the G17 benefits from proven durability and serviceability. Fewer cylinders and a streamlined layout support easier maintenance and can help reduce total cost of ownership over the engine’s lifecycle.

As with the full Volvo Penta power generation range, the G17 is supported by Volvo Penta’s extensive global dealer network to maximize uptime and long-term performance.

Premiere at PowerGen
Volvo Penta will showcase the G17 natural gas engine at PowerGen, taking place January 20–22, 2026, at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas. Visitors can learn more and engage with Volvo Penta representatives at Booth 2529.

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