The Perkins 4006-23TAG3A is a 22.92 L 6-cylinder turbocharged and air-to-air charge cooled engine rated at 1500 rpm, producing up to 40 kW. It powers generator sets from Caps, Cummins/Onan, FG Wilson and Perkins, including the CP886-TP1, CP886-TP1, P800P1 and P900E1. It holds 122.7 L (32.4 gal) of oil and 156 L (41.2 gal) of coolant.
Maintenance schedule
| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|
| Air filter | Elemento recambiable | | — | 932 hr | |
| Fuel filter | Elemento recambiable | | — | 932 hr | |
| Oil filter | Hacer girar-En, Flujo completo | | — | 932 hr | |
| Battery | API CG4 15W-40 | | — | 7381 hr | |
| Belt | Not specified | | — | 932 hr | |
| Coolant | | 105.0 | — | 932 hr | |
| Coolant filter | Not specified | | — | | |
| Oil | API CG4 15W-40 | 123.0 l (2.1) | — | 932 hr | |
| Spark plug | Not specified | | — | 6816 hr | |
Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.
Parts cataloged across the Perkins 4006 family
39| Part # | Description | Category |
|---|
| D1053/1 | feeler gauge (D2) | air_filter |
| LL7024P | Alternator | alternator |
| 21820116 | POWERPART Gasket remover | gasket |
| 21820518 | POWERPART Gasket and flange sealant | gasket |
| 1734115 | POWERPART Lay-Up 3 | other_service |
| 1762811 | POWERPART Lay-Up 2 | other_service |
| 1772204 | POWERPART Lay-Up 1 | other_service |
| 1861108 | POWERPART Silicone RTV sealing and jointing compound | other_service |
| 21820121 | POWERPART Hydraulic threadseal | other_service |
| 21820122 | POWERPART Pipe sealant and sealant primer | other_service |
| 21820125 | POWERPART Industrial grade super glue | other_service |
| 21820126 | POWERPART Metal repair putty | other_service |
| 21820127 | POWERPART Radiator stop leak | other_service |
| 21820128 | POWERPART Safety cleaner | other_service |
| 21820129 | POWERPART Griptite | other_service |
| 21820130 | POWERPART Thread sealant | other_service |
| 21820181 | POWERPART ELC (Extended Life Coolant) | other_service |
| 21820608 | POWERPART Retainer (oil tolerant) | other_service |
| 21820638 | POWERPART Retainer (high strength) | other_service |
| 21825001 | POWERPART Easy Flush | other_service |
| 21826038 | POWERPART Silicone adhesive | other_service |
| D1001 | Viton seals | other_service |
| D1050/1 | wing nut (A1) | other_service |
| D1056/1 | lock nut (C2) | other_service |
| D1057/1 | adjuster screw (C3) | other_service |
| D1355A | Joint | other_service |
| KitK770127 | Acc. 18Z relayboard with mounting hardware | other_service |
| R450M | AVR Model | other_service |
| SD250 | Silencer | other_service |
| g01371640 | Hot Coolant Under Pressure (9) | other_service |
| g01372254 | Do not use aerosol types of starting aids such as ether. Such use could result in an explosion and personal injury. | other_service |
| g01372256 | Hot fluid under pressure label | other_service |
| g01393287 | Fall Hazard (7) | other_service |
| g02781437 | Rotating shaft hand crush hazard label | other_service |
| g06019365 | Universal warning label | other_service |
| g06086932 | Do not step label | other_service |
| g06093786 | Hot surface label | other_service |
| i06521698 | Fluid Recommendations (Fuel Specifications) | other_service |
| i06712726 | Universal warning label | other_service |
Parts cataloged across all variants of this engine family — verify the exact part fits your specific variant and serial number before ordering.
Common questions
What is the oil capacity of the Perkins 4006-23TAG3A?
The Perkins 4006-23TAG3A engine has an oil capacity of 122.7 liters.
What is the displacement of the Perkins 4006-23TAG3A?
The Perkins 4006-23TAG3A has a displacement of 22.921 liters with 6 cylinders.
Which generators use the Perkins 4006-23TAG3A engine?
The Perkins 4006-23TAG3A powers 5 generator set(s), including Caps CP886-TP1, Cummins/Onan CP886-TP1, FG Wilson P800P1, FG Wilson P900E1, Perkins 4006-23 TAG3A.
How often should you change the oil in the Perkins 4006-23TAG3A?
The Perkins 4006-23TAG3A oil change interval is every 932 hours.