The Perkins 103-10 is a 0.95 L 3-cylinder natural engine rated at 1800 rpm. It powers generator sets from MQ Power, including the LT-12. It holds 3.5 L (0.9 gal) of oil and 3.8 L (1.0 gal) of coolant.
Also known as: Perkins 103-10
Part of the Perkins 103 engine family — 5 variants share parts & fitment.
| Oil capacity | 3.5 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 3.8 L |
| Displacement | 0.954 L |
| Cylinders | 3 |
| Aspiration | Natural |
| Rated speed | 1800 rpm |
Compiled from service & troubleshooting documentation across every generator set that uses the Perkins 103-10.
| Part # | Description | Category |
|---|---|---|
| 241454 | Element, air cleaner | Air filter |
| OL0910 | Ariens OE Air Filter | Air filter |
| OL4010 | Ariens OE Belt | Belt |
| OL4690 | Ariens Coolant | Coolant |
| OL4370 | Ariens OE Filter | Fuel filter |
| 220537 | Gasket | Gasket |
| 07100103 | Hub, Wheel- 16 x 6.5-8 Differential | Hub |
| OL1801 | Ariens OE Filter | Oil filter |
| 185206085 | Solenoid, 12 Volt Standard Ground | Service part / kit |
| 220509 | Stud 1/4 - 20 | Service part / kit |
| 241387 | Deflector, heat | Service part / kit |
| 241392 | Cup, oil | Service part / kit |
| L980836576 | Cummins Onan generator, Model: 100GGHD | Service part / kit |
| OL2080 | Ariens OE Spark Plug | Spark plug |
| 07100030 | Tire/Wheel Assembly RH 16 x 6.50 - 8 Differential (Includes 16-18) | Tire wheel assembly |
| 07100031 | Tire/Wheel Assembly LH 16 x 6.50 - 8 Differential (Includes 16-18) | Tire wheel assembly |
| 07100108 | Tire, x-TRAC 16 x 6.5-8 (003, 011, 103, 302) | Tire wheel assembly |
| 07108700 | Tube 16 x 6.50- 8 (003, 011, 103, 302) | Tube |
Parts cataloged across all variants of this engine family — verify the exact part fits your specific variant and serial number before ordering.
Parts listed by aftermarket suppliers as fitting this engine — leads compiled from supplier catalogs; verify the exact part for your serial number.
Other equipment known to use this engine, via filter-application cross-reference — useful for sourcing parts even when your exact machine isn't listed elsewhere on this page.
The Perkins 103-10 engine has an oil capacity of 3.5 liters.
The Perkins 103-10 has a displacement of 0.954 liters with 3 cylinders.
The Perkins 103-10 powers 1 generator set(s), including MQ Power LT-12.
A commonly reported issue on generators using the Perkins 103-10 is: Engine does not start. Cause: No fuel. Fix: Refill fuel.