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Perkins 2806C-E16 Engine

The Perkins 2806C-E16 is a 15.8 L 6-cylinder turbocharged engine. It powers generator sets from Perkins, including the 2800 Series and TSD3450E. It holds 68 L (18.0 gal) of oil and 20.8 L (5.5 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: Perkins 2806C-E16

Part of the Perkins 2806C engine family — 7 variants share parts & fitment.

15.8 L

Displacement

Cylinders

68.0 L

Oil capacity

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Engine specifications

Oil capacity	68.0 L
Coolant capacity	20.8 L
Displacement	15.8 L
Cylinders	6
Aspiration	turbocharged

Generator sets powered by this engine

Perkins 2800 SeriesPerkins TSD3450E

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Common problems

Vibration
Cause: Fault in fuel injectors or fuel injectors of an incorrect type; Restricted movement of engine speed; Wrong type or grade of fuel used
The starter motor turns the engine too slowly
Cause: Battery capacity low; Bad electrical connections; Fault in starter motor; Wrong grade of lubricating oil
The pressure of the lubricating oil system is too low
Cause: Wrong grade of lubricating oil
The pressure of the lubricating oil system is too high
Cause: Wrong grade of lubricating oil
The engine starts and stops
Cause: Dirty fuel filter element; Restriction in air induction system; Air in fuel system
The engine runs erratically
Cause: Restriction in a fuel pipe; Fault in fuel lift pump; Dirty fuel filter element; Restriction in air induction system; Air in fuel system; Fault in fuel injectors or fuel injectors of an incorrect type; Fault in cold start system; Restriction in fuel tank vent; Wrong type or grade of fuel used; Restricted movement of engine speed
The engine oil temperature is too high
Cause: Restriction in air induction system; Fault in fuel injectors or fuel injectors of an incorrect type; Fault in cold start system; Wrong type or grade of fuel used; Restricted movement of engine speed
The engine knocks
Cause: Fault in fuel lift pump; Fault in fuel injectors or fuel injectors of an incorrect type; Fault in cold start system; Wrong type or grade of fuel used; Wrong type or grade of fuel used
The engine is difficult to start
Cause: Starter motor turns engine too slowly; Fault in stop control; Restriction in a fuel pipe; Fault in fuel lift pump; Dirty fuel filter element; Restriction in air induction system; Air in fuel system; Fault in fuel injectors or fuel injectors of an incorrect type; Cold start system used incorrectly; Fault in cold start system; Restriction in fuel tank vent; Wrong type or grade of fuel used
The engine does not start
Cause: Starter motor turns engine too slowly; Fuel tank empty; Fault in stop control; Restriction in a fuel pipe; Fault in fuel lift pump; Dirty fuel filter element; Restriction in air induction system; Air in fuel system; Fault in fuel injectors or fuel injectors of an incorrect type; Cold start system used incorrectly; Fault in cold start system; Wrong type or grade of fuel used
Not enough power
Cause: Restriction in a fuel pipe; Fault in fuel lift pump; Dirty fuel filter element; Restriction in air induction system; Air in fuel system; Fault in fuel injectors or fuel injectors of an incorrect type; Restriction in fuel tank vent; Wrong type or grade of fuel used
Misfire
Cause: Restriction in a fuel pipe; Fault in fuel lift pump; Dirty fuel filter element; Air in fuel system; Fault in fuel injectors or fuel injectors of an incorrect type; Fault in cold start system; Wrong type or grade of fuel used
High fuel consumption
Cause: Restriction in air induction system; Fault in fuel injectors or fuel injectors of an incorrect type; Fault in cold start system; Wrong type or grade of fuel used; Restricted movement of engine speed
Blue or white exhaust smoke
Cause: Wrong grade of lubricating oil; Fault in cold start system; Wrong type or grade of fuel used
Black exhaust smoke
Cause: Restriction in air induction system; Fault in fuel injectors or fuel injectors of an incorrect type; Fault in cold start system; Wrong type or grade of fuel used; Wrong type or grade of fuel used

Compiled from service & troubleshooting documentation across every generator set that uses the Perkins 2806C-E16.

Maintenance schedule

Item	Spec	Part #	Interval
Air filter	paper element	—
Fuel filter		—	500 hr
Oil filter		KRP1572	1000 hr	Amazon eBay
Battery		—	12 hr
Belt		—	3000 hr
Coolant		—	1000 hr
Oil		—	250 hr

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

Service specifications

Type	Item	Value	Unit	Condition
Other	Compression ratio	14.5:1
Other	Coolant capacity (total)	61	litres
Other	Lubrication system capacity (total)	62	litres
Temperature	Design ambient (cooling system)	50	ºC	maximum

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

Fluid	Grade	Standard	Ambient	Capacity	Notes
Engine oil	15W40	API CG4		62.0 litres	Total lubrication system capacity
Fuel		BS 2869: Part 2 1998 Class A2 or ASTM D975 D2

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

Parts cataloged across the Perkins 2806C family

Part #	Description	Category
950-814	Aislamiento acústico modular	Service part / kit
955-812	Capotage insonorisant FG WILSON	Service part / kit
KRP1572	oil sample kit	Service part / kit
P26-1S	Two large doors on each side	Service part / kit
TSD3449E	User’s Handbook	Service part / kit

Parts cataloged across all variants of this engine family — verify the exact part fits your specific variant and serial number before ordering.

Also used in

Hymac 400 — Excavator
Leyland CRUSADER — Truck
Leyland SUPER CONSTRUCTOR — Truck

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 oil capacity of the Perkins 2806C-E16?

The Perkins 2806C-E16 engine has an oil capacity of 68.0 liters.

What is the displacement of the Perkins 2806C-E16?

The Perkins 2806C-E16 has a displacement of 15.8 liters with 6 cylinders.

Which generators use the Perkins 2806C-E16 engine?

The Perkins 2806C-E16 powers 2 generator set(s), including Perkins 2800 Series, Perkins TSD3450E.

How often should you change the oil in the Perkins 2806C-E16?

The Perkins 2806C-E16 oil change interval is every 250 hours.

What is a common problem with the Perkins 2806C-E16 engine?

A commonly reported issue on generators using the Perkins 2806C-E16 is: Vibration. Cause: Fault in fuel injectors or fuel injectors of an incorrect type; Restricted movement of engine speed; Wrong type or grade of fuel used.