The GE Frame 5001P Gas Turbine Generator Package – 24.1 MW (1981) is a heavy-duty industrial gas turbine power generation system engineered for dependable continuous-duty and peaking power applications. Part of the globally successful GE Frame 5 series, the MS5001P platform is widely recognized for its robust mechanical design, operational reliability, and long service life in utility and industrial environments. (ReflowX)

Originally commissioned in 1981, this turbine package remained in operation until 2023, demonstrating the long-term durability and proven field performance of GE’s Frame 5 technology. The unit delivers a nominal electrical output of 24.1 MW and is configured for liquid fuel operation, making it suitable for industrial facilities, utility generation, emergency backup plants, and remote-area power projects. (ReflowX)

The package includes a General Electric P5AZ synchronous generator rated at 30.4 MVA, operating at 11.5 kV, 50 Hz, and 3000 rpm. The gas turbine itself operates at approximately 5100 rpm and is managed through a proven GE Mark II control system, providing dependable turbine monitoring and operational control. (ReflowX)

The MS5001P belongs to the single-shaft Frame 5 family and features a heavy-duty axial compressor, can-annular combustion system, and rugged turbine section designed for long operational intervals and simplified maintenance. Early GE Frame 5 configurations are especially valued for their mechanical simplicity, ease of overhaul, and extensive global spare parts availability. (Scribd)

This particular unit accumulated approximately:

• 69,156 operating hours
• 8,378 total starts

showcasing extensive operational history within utility-scale power generation service. (ReflowX)

Typical package scope includes:

• GE Frame 5001P gas turbine
• GE P5AZ synchronous generator
• Air inlet filtration system
• Exhaust and silencing system
• Fuel handling system
• Lube oil and hydraulic systems
• Starting and accessory systems
• GE Mark II turbine controls
• Base frame and auxiliary skids

Key Features:

• GE Frame 5001P / MS5001P Heavy-Duty Gas Turbine
• Nominal Output: 24.1 MW
• GE P5AZ Generator – 30.4 MVA
• 11.5 kV / 50 Hz Configuration
• Liquid Fuel Operation
• Single-Shaft Industrial Turbine Design
• GE Mark II Control System
• Commissioned: 1981
• Operated Until: 2023
• Proven Long-Term Reliability and Durability
• Suitable for Utility & Industrial Power Generation

The GE Frame 5 series remains one of the most widely deployed heavy-duty gas turbine platforms globally, valued for its rugged engineering, operational flexibility, and strong aftermarket support across power generation markets worldwide.