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Cummins/Onan QSK 50 G10 Engine

The Cummins/Onan QSK 50 G10 is a 50 L 16-cylinder turbocharged-aftercooled engine, producing up to 1491 kW. It powers generator sets from Cummins/Onan, including the QSK50 Series.

Also known as: Cummins QSK 50 G10

Part of the Cummins/Onan QSK50 engine family — 12 variants share parts & fitment.

50.0 L
Displacement
16
Cylinders
1491 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Displacement50.0 L
Cylinders16
AspirationTurbocharged-Aftercooled
Gross power1491 kW

Generator sets powered by this engine

1
Cummins/Onan QSK50 Series

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Maintenance schedule

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterDry type replaceable paper element air cleaner with restriction indicator—
Fuel filterFull flow paper element filters - fuel, lube oil—
Oil filterFull flow paper element filters - fuel, lube oil—
BatteryBatteries with connecting leads and terminals—
BeltFlywheel housing & flywheel to suit single / double (optional) bearing alternator, Starting motor – Electric, Battery charging alternator—
CoolantPlate type lube oil coolant inhibitor, Outboard aftercooler—
OilCummins Full Authority electronics235.0 liters—
Spark plug—

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

Parts cataloged across the Cummins/Onan QSK50 family

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Part #DescriptionCategory
140-3230Cleaner, Air (Includes Elements - See Ref. No. 25 and 26)Air filter
140-3963Cleaner, Air (Spec A-C Metal)Air filter
70781NElement, Primary - Air Cleaner - Nelson - Heavy DutyAir filter
70782NElement, Safety - Air Cleaner - Nelson - Heavy DutyAir filter
AF25544Element, Primary - Air Cleaner - Fleetguard - Heavy DutyAir filter
AF25545Element, Safety - Air Cleaner - Fleetguard - Heavy DutyAir filter
AF2559300Air Cleaner replacement element (Nelson), for Air Cleaner Housing 140-3737Air filter
149-2792Filter, FuelFuel filter
149-2837Filter, FuelFuel filter
149-2853Filter, Fuel (Triplex Filter)Fuel filter
543-0088Package, Fuel FilterFuel filter
A030M222Filter, Fuel (Triple Filter)Fuel filter
MCBQSK0068Water Pump Gasket SetGasket
501-0970-01Line, FuelHose
503-1705Hose, HumpHose
503-2754-01Hose, OilHose
503-2754-02Hose, OilHose
102-1335Plug, Oil DrainService part / kit
140-1260Fitting, Safety FilterService part / kit
140-1548Indicator, ServiceService part / kit
M-2885786Cylinder Liner KitService part / kit
M-3007525Cylinder Liner KitService part / kit
M-3022157Cylinder LinerService part / kit
5394933Crankshaft Rear Oil Seal Removal & Installation KitSeal
6794600Washer, SealingSeal

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 displacement of the Cummins/Onan QSK 50 G10?

The Cummins/Onan QSK 50 G10 has a displacement of 50.0 liters with 16 cylinders.

Which generators use the Cummins/Onan QSK 50 G10 engine?

The Cummins/Onan QSK 50 G10 powers 1 generator set(s), including Cummins/Onan QSK50 Series.