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Perkins 1204F-E44TTA Engine

The Perkins 1204F-E44TTA is a 4.4 L 4-cylinder engine rated at 2200 rpm, producing up to 112 kW. It powers generator sets from Generac, including the MFH900.

Also known as: Perkins 1204F-E44TTA

Part of the Perkins 1204F engine family — 2 variants share parts & fitment.

4.4 L

Displacement

Cylinders

2200 rpm

Rated speed

112 kW

Gross power

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Service parts for the 1204F-E44TTA

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Oil system

1 required

2654A111Oil filter$22.21NAPA

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Engine specifications

Displacement	4.4 L
Cylinders	4
Rated speed	2200 rpm
Gross power	112 kW

Generator sets powered by this engine

Generac MFH900

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Troubleshooting

Symptoms & remedies

Symptom	Remedy
If a fault becomes active turn off the engine.	If the application as a battery disconnect lamp installed, the DEF system will be purged after the battery disconnect lamp is extinguished. If no battery disconnect lamp is installed, allow 10 minutes or 15 minutes if the system has a DPF for the DEF system to purge. Then restart the engine.
If the fault continues to stay active.	Refer to Troubleshooting for more information.

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this engine’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.

Common problems

Engine cranks but does not start
Cause: No fuel
Fix: Verify there is no fuel leakage and replenish.
Engine has no power
Cause: Clogged air cleaner
Fix: Clean element.
Engine starts but stops shortly thereafter
Cause: Low idle
Fix: Adjust by idling control equipment on the machine. If adjustment is not possible, contact ISUZU dealer.
Overheat/shutdown condition
Cause: Access doors are open
Fix: Close all access doors.
No/low heat condition
Cause: Incorrect heater setting (target temperature too low)
Fix: Adjust heater output.
Exhaust smoke is black
Cause: Excessive speed
Fix: Verify engine RPM. Check AVR adjustment.
Engine overheats
Cause: No coolant
Fix: Add coolant.
Exhaust smoke is white
Cause: Insufficient warm-up time
Fix: Conduct warm-up operation.
Engine does not crank
Cause: Discharged battery
Fix: Replace battery.
Oil pressure does not rise
Cause: Incorrect engine oil viscosity
Fix: Change with oil of correct viscosity.
Engine running is unstable
Cause: Fuel system failure
Water In Fuel — Water detected in fuel Water In Fuel
Service Due — Service is due for one or more of: Engine oil; Air filter; Engine fuel filter; Hydraulic oil filters Service Due
Fix: See Draining Fluids—Union Fluid Drain.
Regen Inhibit — Control system not allowing high idle that engine has requested Regen Inhibit
Low Diesel Fuel — Steady ON (amber): Fuel level is 20%; Slow flash (red): Fuel level is 16%; Fast flash (red): Fuel level is 12% or below Low Diesel Fuel

Compiled from service & troubleshooting documentation across every generator set that uses the Perkins 1204F-E44TTA.

Maintenance schedule

Item	Spec	Part #	Interval
Air filter	Genuine Generac parts are recommended for all maintenance items. All Generac oil kits meet minimum American Petroleum Institute (API) Service Class CJ-4/SM.	—	500 hr
Fuel filter	Genuine Generac parts are recommended for all maintenance items. All Generac oil kits meet minimum American Petroleum Institute (API) Service Class CJ-4/SM.	—	250 hr
Oil filter	Genuine Generac parts are recommended for all maintenance items. All Generac oil kits meet minimum American Petroleum Institute (API) Service Class CJ-4/SM.	2654A111	500 hr	Amazon eBay $23.99 NAPA $22.21 FridayParts $28.06 KuduParts $48.00
Battery	Battery—Rating: CCA 950; Battery—Group Number: 31; Battery—Voltage (Quantity Per Unit): 12 (2); Battery—Quantity: 2.	—	500 hr
Belt		—	1000 hr
Coolant	Where the atmospheric temperature falls below freezing, the cooling system should be drained after engine operation. To eliminate the need for repeated draining and refilling, the use of a 50/50 Ethylene glycol base antifreeze/water mix is recommended. Never exceed a 60/40 antifreeze/water mix.	—
Coolant filter	gauges/replace HTF filters	—
Oil	Genuine Generac parts are recommended for all maintenance items. All Generac oil kits meet minimum American Petroleum Institute (API) Service Class CJ-4/SM.	—	4000 hr
Spark plug		—

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

Aftermarket parts that fit this engine

T407354 FridayParts $17.50 2874A008 FridayParts $42.00 T406500 FridayParts $498.99 2418F704 Amazon eBay $21.00 FridayParts $48.00 T411902 FridayParts $89.99 T407039 FridayParts $221.25 3142V011 FridayParts $98.99 3112D071 FridayParts $63.20 3112D075 FridayParts $63.20 1103B FridayParts $63.20 1206A FridayParts $42.67 1206D FridayParts $63.20 1206J FridayParts $63.20 3611274 KuduParts $40.00 e44t SinoCMP $259.00 e66ta 1204e FridayParts $18.50 e44ta SinoCMP $299.00 1204f FridayParts $18.50 1206e FridayParts $18.50 1206f FridayParts $18.50 e70ta FP-XP-0038908

Parts listed by aftermarket suppliers as fitting this engine — leads compiled from supplier catalogs; verify the exact part for your serial number.

Filters for this engine

Oil filter: Perkins 2654A111 Donaldson P550920 Wix 57325 Baldwin B7378

Cross-referenced via Donaldson + OEM/engine-maker interchange — options to verify against your serial number, not confirmed for every exact variant.

Also used in

Doosan DX140LCR-5 — Excavator Tracked

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.

Common questions

What is the displacement of the Perkins 1204F-E44TTA?

The Perkins 1204F-E44TTA has a displacement of 4.4 liters with 4 cylinders.

Which generators use the Perkins 1204F-E44TTA engine?

The Perkins 1204F-E44TTA powers 1 generator set(s), including Generac MFH900.

What oil filter does the Perkins 1204F-E44TTA use?

The Perkins 1204F-E44TTA uses oil filter part numbers Perkins 2654A111, Donaldson P550920, Wix 57325.

How often should you change the oil in the Perkins 1204F-E44TTA?

The Perkins 1204F-E44TTA oil change interval is every 4000 hours.

What is a common problem with the Perkins 1204F-E44TTA engine?

A commonly reported issue on generators using the Perkins 1204F-E44TTA is: Engine cranks but does not start. Cause: No fuel. Fix: Verify there is no fuel leakage and replenish..