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Cummins/Onan QSK60-G6 NR2 Engine Engine

The Cummins/Onan QSK60-G6 NR2 is a 60.2 L 16-cylinder turbocharged and low temperature aftercooled engine rated at 1800 rpm, producing up to 2179 kW. It powers generator sets from Cummins/Onan, including the DQKAA, DQKAB, DQKAD and DQKAE. It holds 334 L (88.2 gal) of oil and 492 L (130.0 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: Cummins Inc. QSK60-G6 NR2

60.2 L
Displacement
16
Cylinders
1800 rpm
Rated speed
2179 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Oil capacity334.0 L
Coolant capacity492.0 L
Displacement60.2 L
Cylinders16
AspirationTurbocharged and low temperature aftercooled
Rated speed1800 rpm
Gross power2179 kW

Common problems

2
  • Under frequency shutdown 81u
  • Reverse power shutdown 32

Compiled from service & troubleshooting documentation across every generator set that uses the Cummins/Onan QSK60-G6 NR2.

Maintenance schedule

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterDry replaceable element find
Fuel filterDual element, 10 micron filtration, spin-on fuel filters with 15 micron water separator find
Oil filterFour spin-on, combination full flow filter and bypass filters find
CoolantCoolant capacity with standard set-mounted radiator492.0 L
OilLube oil capacity334.0 L

Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.

Common questions

What is the oil capacity of the Cummins/Onan QSK60-G6 NR2?

The Cummins/Onan QSK60-G6 NR2 engine has an oil capacity of 334.0 liters.

What is the displacement of the Cummins/Onan QSK60-G6 NR2?

The Cummins/Onan QSK60-G6 NR2 has a displacement of 60.2 liters with 16 cylinders.

Which generators use the Cummins/Onan QSK60-G6 NR2 engine?

The Cummins/Onan QSK60-G6 NR2 powers 4 generator set(s), including Cummins/Onan DQKAA, Cummins/Onan DQKAB, Cummins/Onan DQKAD, Cummins/Onan DQKAE.

What is a common problem with the Cummins/Onan QSK60-G6 NR2 engine?

A commonly reported issue on generators using the Cummins/Onan QSK60-G6 NR2 is: Under frequency shutdown.