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Cummins/Onan QSB7 Engine

The Cummins/Onan QSB7 is a 6.69 L 6-cylinder turbocharged and charge air cooled engine rated at 1800 rpm, producing up to 125 kW. It powers generator sets from Cummins/Onan, including the C125 D6D, DSGAA and DSGAB. It holds 2 L (0.5 gal) of oil.

Also known as: Cummins QSB7

Part of the Cummins/Onan QSB7 engine family — 7 variants share parts & fitment.

6.69 L
Displacement
6
Cylinders
1800 rpm
Rated speed
125 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Oil capacity2.0 L
Displacement6.69 L
Cylinders6
AspirationTurbocharged and charge air cooled
Rated speed1800 rpm
Gross power125 kW

Maintenance schedule

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterDry replaceable element
Fuel filterSingle element, 10 micron filtration, spin-on fuel filter with water separator
Oil filterSpin-on, full flow

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

Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
OtherAC waveform Total Harmonic Distortion (THDV)< 5% no load to full linear load, < 3% for any single harmonic%
OtherAC waveform total harmonic distortion< 5% no load to full linear load, < 3% for any single harmonic%
OtherGovernor regulation classISO 8528 Part 1 Class G3
OtherGovernor regulation classISO8528 Part 1 Class G3
OtherRandom frequency variation± 0.50%
OtherTelephone Influence Factor (TIF)< 50per NEMA MG1-22.43
OtherTelephone harmonic factor (THF)< 3
OtherTelephone influence factor (TIF)< 50 per NEMA MG1-22.43
PressureMaximum air cleaner restriction with clean filter3.7kPawith clean filter
PressureMaximum back pressure10kPaat set rated load
PressureMaximum cooling air flow static restriction0.12kPa
PressureMaximum fuel inlet restriction with clean filter127mm Hgwith clean filter
PressureMaximum return restriction152mm Hg
SpeedFrequency regulationIsochronous
SpeedOverspeed limit2100rpm
SpeedRandom frequency variation± 0.25%
SpeedRandom frequency variation± 0.25%%
TemperatureStandard temperature rise150°CStandby at 40 °C ambient
VoltageRandom voltage variation± 0.5%
VoltageRandom voltage variation± 0.5%%
VoltageRandom voltage variation± 1.0%
VoltageVoltage regulation, no load to full load± 1%%
VoltageVoltage regulation, no load to full load± 1.0%no load to full load

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Recommended fluids

FluidGradeStandardAmbientCapacityNotes
FuelNumber 2 diesel fuelDirect injection; single element, 10 micron filtration, spin-on fuel filter with water separator; automatic electric fuel shutoff

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Parts cataloged across the Cummins/Onan QSB7 family

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Part #DescriptionCategory
A047M180Filter, Air − Normal Dutyair_filter
A054E584Filter, Air − Heavy Dutyair_filter
A055Z870Filter, Air − Replacement − Heavy Dutyair_filter
4915973Alternator Manualalternator
0908-0110-00Health and Safety (Diesel Generator Sets)other_service

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

Common questions

What is the oil capacity of the Cummins/Onan QSB7?

The Cummins/Onan QSB7 engine has an oil capacity of 2.0 liters.

What is the displacement of the Cummins/Onan QSB7?

The Cummins/Onan QSB7 has a displacement of 6.69 liters with 6 cylinders.

Which generators use the Cummins/Onan QSB7 engine?

The Cummins/Onan QSB7 powers 3 generator set(s), including Cummins/Onan C125 D6D, Cummins/Onan DSGAA, Cummins/Onan DSGAB.