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Generac 12.0DTA Engine Engine

The Generac 12.0DTA is a 11.95 L 6-cylinder turbocharged, aftercooled engine rated at 1800 rpm, producing up to 325.8 kW. It powers generator sets from Generac, including the MB300, MB375, MB600 - GEM and MB750-GEM. It holds 31 L (8.2 gal) of oil and 22 L (5.8 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: Generac 12.0DTA

11.945 L
Displacement
6
Cylinders
1800 rpm
Rated speed
325 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Oil capacity31.0 L
Coolant capacity22.0 L
Displacement11.945 L
Cylinders6
AspirationTurbocharged, Aftercooled
Rated speed1800 rpm
Gross power325 kW

Troubleshooting

6

Symptoms & remedies

SymptomCauseRemedy
Engine does not crankFuse blown.Replace 7.5 amp fuse in generator control panel. Correct short circuit condition if fuse blows again.
Engine cranks but will not startOut of LP fuel.Replenish LP fuel. Turn on fuel shutoff valve.
Engine starts hard and runs roughAir cleaner plugged or damaged.Inspect/replace air cleaner.
Unit is set to OFF, but engine continues to runFaulty keypad.Contact an IASD.
No AC output from generatorMain line circuit breaker (MLCB) (generator disconnect) is OFF (OPEN).Set MLCB (generator disconnect) to ON (CLOSED).
No transfer to standby after utility source failureFaulty transfer switch coil.Contact an IASD.

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this engine’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.

Common questions

What is the oil capacity of the Generac 12.0DTA?

The Generac 12.0DTA engine has an oil capacity of 31.0 liters.

What is the displacement of the Generac 12.0DTA?

The Generac 12.0DTA has a displacement of 11.945 liters with 6 cylinders.

Which generators use the Generac 12.0DTA engine?

The Generac 12.0DTA powers 12 generator set(s), including Generac MB300, Generac MB375, Generac MB600 - GEM, Generac MB750-GEM, Generac MD300.