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Mitsubishi L3E Engine Engine

The Mitsubishi L3E is a 0.95 L 3-cylinder engine rated at 1800 rpm, producing up to 8.4 kW. It powers generator sets from Generac, including the MLT5060, MLT5080 and MLT6SM. It holds 4.7 L (1.2 gal) of oil and 4.3 L (1.1 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: Mitsubishi L3E

Part of the Mitsubishi L3E engine family — 8 variants share parts & fitment.

0.95 L
Displacement
3
Cylinders
1800 rpm
Rated speed
8 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Oil capacity4.7 L
Coolant capacity4.3 L
Displacement0.95 L
Cylinders3
Rated speed1800 rpm
Gross power8 kW

Generator sets powered by this engine

3

This engine also powers 2 machine(s) on Power Equipment Info.

Parts cataloged across the Mitsubishi L3E family

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Part #DescriptionCategory
00120Beltbelt
008718Block Heaterblock_heater
12441Cable, battery - 31.5" 4GA blk (for batt disc. opt.)cable
12442Cable, battery - 58.5" 2GA blk (for batt disc. opt.)cable
00147CONTROL POWER SWITCHcontrol_power_switch
008576Heated Fuel Filterfuel_filter
13876Kit, heater - fuel filterfuel_filter
00202GLOW PLUGglow_plug
00203GLOW PLUGglow_plug
003791GLOW PLUG OFFglow_plug
008717Glow Plugsglow_plug
12227Hose, oil drain .375 X 20, 30R7hose
60777Clamp, hose - .312 fuel hose crimp stylehose
65649Heater, engine - low rad hosehose
000100amast cradle locking pinother_service
000263aElectrocution. DO NOT use the unit if electrical cord is cut or worn through.other_service
000277WARNING: Burn hazard. Never operate lights with a damaged or missing lens cover.other_service
000296WARNING. Electrocution. Do not set up or operate this unit if severe weather is expected.other_service
002306needle nose applicatorother_service
00232Towing Unit - Step 10other_service
002355Spark Arresterother_service
00243Greaseother_service
00246Safety alert symbol; used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards.other_service
00325FUEL FILLER LOCATION (under door): Use clean DIESEL FUEL ONLY.other_service
00326STOP EMERGENCY STOP SWITCH: For emergency shutdown; stops engine and trips main circuit breaker.other_service
00327DETAIL C: For emergency shutdown; stops engine and trips main circuit breaker.other_service
00328DETAIL D: For emergency shutdown; stops engine and trips main circuit breaker.other_service
003754WARNING: Burn hazard. Lamps become extremely hot while in use. Allow 10–15 minutes for cooling before handling or lowering mast. Touching a hot lens or fixture can cause severe burns.other_service
003792RUN STARTother_service
003793circuit breakerother_service
003794RUN STARTother_service
004430Battery Disconnect Switch (A)other_service
004477400W Flagger Station Switchesother_service
004480grease capother_service
004490WARNING: Burn hazard. Lamps become extremely hot while in use. Allow 10–15 minutes for cooling before handling or lowering mast. Touching a hot lens or fixture can cause severe burns.other_service
004548caution signother_service
004550WARNING: Burn hazard. Lamps become extremely hot while in use. Allow 10–15 minutes for cooling before handling or lowering mast. Touching a hot lens or fixture can cause severe burns.other_service
004553VIN Tagother_service
004558Winch Assemblyother_service
004559CAUTIONother_service
004561Unit ID Tagother_service
004687wheel lugother_service
004726lifting eyeother_service
00768Mast Junction Box Wiring and Light Connectionsother_service
008451Unit Dimensionsother_service
02076Unit ID Tag, Vin Tagother_service
10000034752LED modules and driversother_service
11253Cap, grease - axis with rubber plug 3500#other_service
11254Plug, grease cap - for zerk (Axis)other_service
11275Decal, Magnum logo w/ web - red vinylother_service
11277U-bolt, axleother_service
11278Tie plate, springother_service
11279Nut, lockingother_service
11280Spring, axleother_service
11555BWeldment, removable tongue - 74"other_service
12140Decal set, common mast 4-langother_service
12141Decal set, LT eng/safety 4-langother_service
12207Axle, 3500 lb. 56SC 68.5TCother_service
12262Decal, 4000/5000 set up 4-lang (manual winch)other_service
12880Decal, instruction 4000/5000 4-lang (electric winch)other_service
12881Decal, instruction 3000 4-lang (EW)other_service
13614Decal, mast junction box wiring - 4 light (for units with 2, 3 & 5 pos. locking terminal blocks)other_service
15540Wheel, P205X75R15 radial w/rimother_service
15546Oil heater, pan - magneticother_service
15547Blanket, battery for 24 seriesother_service
209649Form: SFC626Bother_service
36431SERVICE LOGother_service
40954Bearing, axle (inner)other_service
60096Lug Nut, .500-20 (incl. w/axle)other_service
60674Wheel stud, axleother_service
60766Valve, drain 18MM-1.5 w/nippleother_service
MILT3060240 VAC 50 Amp Twistlock Outletsother_service
MIT3080240 VAC 30 Amp Twistlock Outletsother_service
003574Quick Disconnect Fittings for the Lightsquick_disconnect_fittings
11199Seal, axle bearingseal
004478GLOW PLUG INDICATOR, RUN, START, GLOW PLUG A, B, Cspark_plug
004481Wheel Lugwheel_lug
00161WING NUTwing_nut

Parts cataloged across all variants of this engine family — verify the exact part fits your specific variant and serial number before ordering.

Aftermarket parts that fit this engine

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30L65-01700 PartsGeek FridayParts $680.00 MM436649 PartsGeek FridayParts $680.00 MM435190 PartsGeek kuduparts $10.00 S3L2 PartsGeek yemparts $32.21 S4L2 PartsGeek yemparts $32.21 MM43317001 PartsGeek kuduparts $31.30 L3E2 PartsGeek yemparts $34.81 223-0296 PartsGeek FridayParts $59.00 265-7845 PartsGeek FridayParts $59.00 301.6C PartsGeek yemparts $34.81 301.8C PartsGeek yemparts $34.81 223-0300 PartsGeek FridayParts $18.50 32A61-09020 PartsGeek FridayParts $89.00 MD079-696 PartsGeek FridayParts $31.99 MM432104 PartsGeek FridayParts $14.99 L3A-61A PartsGeek yemparts $80.42 L2A-61DM PartsGeek yemparts $203.44 S3L2-61ES PartsGeek yemparts $47.02 S4L2-61WH PartsGeek yemparts $47.02 015PLUS PartsGeek yemparts $36.17 S018-VT PartsGeek yemparts $36.17 MM433-54801 PartsGeek FridayParts $18.50 CX15B PartsGeek yemparts $36.17 CX17B PartsGeek yemparts $36.17 CX18B PartsGeek yemparts $36.17 17SR-3 PartsGeek yemparts $36.17 SK17SR-3 PartsGeek yemparts $36.17 E18SR PartsGeek yemparts $36.17 MM43128202 PartsGeek FridayParts $14.20 MM43128201 PartsGeek FridayParts $14.20 MM436811 PartsGeek MM431762 PartsGeek yemparts $53.28 SA-3725-12 PartsGeek FridayParts $36.44 EC15 PartsGeek kuduparts $31.00 EC13 PartsGeek yemparts $32.09 EC20 PartsGeek yemparts $32.09 223D PartsGeek 31A9000601 PartsGeek FridayParts $26.78 30A8710044 PartsGeek FridayParts $36.49 S3L2-61SD PartsGeek sinocmp $52.00 S3L2-61SDH PartsGeek sinocmp $52.00 S4L2-61SD PartsGeek S4L2-61SDH PartsGeek MM435-94101 PartsGeek FridayParts $56.99 S4Q2 PartsGeek yemparts $31.40 7410802 PartsGeek FridayParts $27.20 PJ7410802 PartsGeek FridayParts $27.20 EC14 PartsGeek kuduparts $31.00 EC15B PartsGeek yemparts $32.09 CEC15 PartsGeek yemparts $37.07 CEC15B PartsGeek yemparts $37.07 EC20B PartsGeek yemparts $32.09 301.5CR PartsGeek 6Pcs PartsGeek yemparts $28.66 MM433307 PartsGeek FridayParts $89.25 VAMM433307 PartsGeek FridayParts $89.25 SOLAR015PLUS PartsGeek SOLAR018-VT PartsGeek MM200573 PartsGeek kuduparts $22.00 30N9600510 PartsGeek kuduparts $22.00

Parts listed by aftermarket suppliers as fitting this engine — leads compiled from supplier catalogs; verify the exact part for your serial number.

Common questions

What is the oil capacity of the Mitsubishi L3E?

The Mitsubishi L3E engine has an oil capacity of 4.7 liters.

What is the displacement of the Mitsubishi L3E?

The Mitsubishi L3E has a displacement of 0.95 liters with 3 cylinders.

Which generators use the Mitsubishi L3E engine?

The Mitsubishi L3E powers 3 generator set(s), including Generac MLT5060, Generac MLT5080, Generac MLT6SM.