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Lister Petter LPWG4 Engine

The Lister Petter LPWG4 is a 1.8 L 4-cylinder naturally aspirated engine. It powers generator sets from Lister Petter, including the GS15N. It holds 5.49 L (1.5 gal) of oil and 70 L (18.5 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: Lister Petter LPWG4

1.8 L
Displacement
4
Cylinders
5.49 L
Oil capacity

Engine specifications

Oil capacity5.49 L
Coolant capacity70.0 L
Displacement1.8 L
Cylinders4
AspirationNaturally aspirated

Generator sets powered by this engine

1

Maintenance schedule

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter
Fuel filter
Oil filter
OilRecommended oil change @ ambient temp.5.49 L250 hr

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

Service intervals

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ItemActionHoursMonthsNotes
Engine oilChange250 hrRecommended oil change at ambient temp up to 95 °F (35 °C)

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

Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
OtherAltitude de-rating3.5% per 1000 ftabove 500 ft
OtherBore3.38 (86)inches (mm)
OtherCompression ratio9.5:1
OtherFiring order1-3-4-2
OtherHumidity de-ratingup to 10%depending on the ambient temperature
OtherSteady regulation (electronic)±.025%
OtherStroke3.15 (80)inches (mm)
OtherTelephone influence factor (TIF)Less than 50
OtherTemperature de-rating2% per 10 °Fabove 77 °F
OtherTotal harmonic factorLess than 2%
PressureFuel inlet pressure6" - 14"water
PressureMaximum air-restriction10inH2Oalso 254 mmH2O
PressureMaximum back pressure15inH2Oalso 381 mmH2O
SpeedGovernor frequency regulation, no load to full load0.5%standard electronic governor
TemperatureAlternator temperature rise125°C
TemperatureExhaust temperature1000°Fstandby rating; also 540 °C
TemperatureExhaust temperature909°Fprime power rating; also 488 °C
VoltageVoltage regulation2%all loads to 100%
VoltageVolts change 100% load stepUnder 3%¼ sec

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
FuelNatural gasNominal 1037 BTU/FT3; specific gravity 0.601; fuel inlet pressure 6" - 14" water; combustion spark ignition

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

Common questions

What is the oil capacity of the Lister Petter LPWG4?

The Lister Petter LPWG4 engine has an oil capacity of 5.49 liters.

What is the displacement of the Lister Petter LPWG4?

The Lister Petter LPWG4 has a displacement of 1.8 liters with 4 cylinders.

Which generators use the Lister Petter LPWG4 engine?

The Lister Petter LPWG4 powers 1 generator set(s), including Lister Petter GS15N.

How often should you change the oil in the Lister Petter LPWG4?

The Lister Petter LPWG4 oil change interval is every 250 hours.