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Northern Lights Lugger Engine

The Northern Lights Lugger is a 7.2 L 6-cylinder turbo-aftercooled engine rated at 1800 rpm, producing up to 17.5 kW. It powers generator sets from Northern Lights, including the M6105A1, M6105A2, M6105A3 and M843JK.

Also known as: Northern Lights, Inc. Lugger

7.2 L
Displacement
6
Cylinders
1800 rpm
Rated speed
17 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Displacement7.2 L
Cylinders6
AspirationTurbo-Aftercooled
Rated speed1800 rpm
Gross power17 kW

Generator sets powered by this engine

4
Northern Lights M6105A1Northern Lights M6105A2Northern Lights M6105A3Northern Lights M843JK

How to read your Northern Lights engine serial & model number →

Common problems

1
  • Warning or shutdown system is activated
    Cause: Engine temperature gauge reading above specified threshold
    Fix: Check engine temperature, isolate cause using Trouble Shooting Guide, make repairs and restart after cooling

Compiled from service & troubleshooting documentation across every generator set that uses the Northern Lights Lugger.

Maintenance schedule

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterCleanable dry-type air cleaner in cast aluminum, noise attenuating intake manifold.
Fuel filterLarge spin-on fuel filter.
Oil filter12-volt starter motor and battery charging alternator with integrated regulator and belt guard.
Battery12-volt starter motor and battery charging alternator with integrated regulator and belt guard.
BeltMechanical fuel lift pump with hand primer, flexible fuel lines routed to base, fuel shut-off solenoid.
CoolantCupro-nickel tube-type heat exchanger. Jabsco gear-driven raw water pump.
OilFull flow, spin-on oil filter with bypass.5.8 quart
Spark plugGlow plugs for quick cold starting.

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 displacement of the Northern Lights Lugger?

The Northern Lights Lugger has a displacement of 7.2 liters with 6 cylinders.

Which generators use the Northern Lights Lugger engine?

The Northern Lights Lugger powers 4 generator set(s), including Northern Lights M6105A1, Northern Lights M6105A2, Northern Lights M6105A3, Northern Lights M843JK.

What is a common problem with the Northern Lights Lugger engine?

A commonly reported issue on generators using the Northern Lights Lugger is: Warning or shutdown system is activated. Cause: Engine temperature gauge reading above specified threshold. Fix: Check engine temperature, isolate cause using Trouble Shooting Guide, make repairs and restart after cooling.