The Generac V6 is a 4.2 L 6-cylinder naturally aspirated engine rated at 1800 rpm, producing up to 48 kW. It powers generator sets from Generac, including the QT048 and SG040. It holds 6 L (1.6 gal) of oil and 3 L (0.8 gal) of coolant.
Also known as: Generac V6
| Oil capacity | 6.0 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 3.0 L |
| Displacement | 4.2 L |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated |
| Rated speed | 1800 rpm |
| Gross power | 48 kW |
| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oil filter | Full flow spin-on cartridge | — | |||
| Coolant | Pressurized Closed | 3.0 US gal | — | ||
| Oil | 6.0 Quarts | — |
Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.
| Type | Item | Value | Unit | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pressure | Operating fuel pressure | 5" - 14" | H2O | |
| Speed | Rated synchronous RPM (60 Hz) | 1800 | rpm | 60 Hz |
| Speed | Steady state frequency regulation | ±0.25 | % | |
| Temperature | Operating temperature rise | 120 | °C above 40 °C ambient | rated |
| Voltage | Voltage regulation | ±1 | % |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
| Fluid | Grade | Standard | Ambient | Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel | Natural gas, propane vapor | Operating fuel pressure 5" - 14" H2O; secondary fuel regulator and fuel shut off solenoid standard |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
The Generac V6 engine has an oil capacity of 6.0 liters.
The Generac V6 has a displacement of 4.2 liters with 6 cylinders.
The Generac V6 powers 2 generator set(s), including Generac QT048, Generac SG040.