Avon Gas Turbines
Avon Gas Turbines
Avon Gas Turbines
Dependable power, compact design Matching the reliable Rolls-Royce Avon industrial gas generator with the proven RT48 or RT56 power turbine, the Avon gas turbine packages deliver dependable power in a compact, easy-to-maintain unit. The lightweight, aeroderivative design offers high horsepower-to-space/weight ratios, and is ideal for a variety of power generation and mechanical drive applications. Rugged construction, economical to transport and install, with specialized package options customized for harsh environments, the Avon is well suited for demanding applications and remote locations.
GG Compression Ratio
GG Compressor Stages
Power Turbine
Thermal Efficiency %
Power (ISO)
bhp kw Mechanical Electrical Generation Drive Avon-2648 Avon-2656 Avon-2648 Avon-2656 20,360 15,180 21,000 15,660 14,672 kWe 15,131 kWe
Btu/hph kJ/kWh 8,660 8,405 12,686 12,313 29.4 30.3 28.4 29.2
lb kg 35,000 (15,875) 38,000 (17,237) 35,000 (15,875) 38,000 (17,237) Avon-1535 Avon-1535 Avon-1535 Avon-1535 8.8:1 8.8:1 8.8:1 8.8:1 17 17 17 17 3 3 3 3
lb/sec F kg/sec C 170 77 170 77 170 77 170 77 827 442 819 437 827 442 819 437
Nominal performance at ISO conditions assuming no losses, gaseous fuel, and base load Overall weight excludes intake and exhaust system
Stack Temp
GG Turbine Stages
Fuel Rate
PT Speed