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Caterpillar XQ20 Generator Set

The Caterpillar XQ20 is a 20 kW (25 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a Caterpillar C2.2 engine. It is available at 480/277 V, 208/120 V and 240/120 V, 3-phase and 60 Hz. It holds about 6 L (1.6 gal) of oil and 6.96 L (1.8 gal) of coolant. The set measures 1980×820×1362 mm (78.0×32.3×53.6 in), weighs about 921 kg (2030 lb) and produces 65 dBA at 7 m. An integrated tank holds 177 L (46.8 gal), roughly 26 hours of runtime.

20 kW
Standby
2.2 L
Displacement
6.0 L
Oil capacity
2
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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power20 kW
Standby kVA25
Prime power18 kW
EmissionsEPA Tier 4 Interim
ControllerManual/Autostart control panel
Oil capacity6.0 L
Voltage options480/277 V, 208/120 V, 240/120 V
Phase3
Power factor0.8
Circuit breaker100 A
Battery voltage12 V
Coolant capacity6.96 L
Dimensions (L×W×H)1980×820×1362 mm
Dry weight921 kg
Sound level63.0 dBA @ 7 m
Fuel tank171.0 L
Tank runtime26 hr

Engine

Caterpillar C2.2
Oil capacity8.9 L
Coolant capacity19.6 L
Displacement2.2 L
AspirationNA, T
Rated speed1800 rpm

Filters for the Caterpillar C2.2

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Engine-mounted filters the filter manufacturers list for this engine family. These come from the engine, not from this generator set’s own parts list, so confirm against your serial number before ordering.

SystemFilterDescriptionCross-references
Oil filterP502016Lube Filter, Spin-On Full FlowCATERPILLAR 2201523, NAPA 1348, NAPA 400068, NAPA 61348 KuduParts $11.00
Fuel / water separatorP551423Fuel Filter, Water Separator Spin-OnCATERPILLAR 1561200, NAPA 3531, NAPA 600091, NAPA 600092 KuduParts $18.00 FridayParts $20.00

Maintenance & consumables

for the Caterpillar C2.2
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterReplaceable Element—100 hr
Fuel filterReplaceable Element—100 hr
Oil filter—500 hr
BeltReplaceable Element—100 hr
Oil1.6—500 hr

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Caterpillar XQ20?

The Caterpillar XQ20 is rated 20 kW standby (25.0 kVA).

What engine is in the Caterpillar XQ20?

The Caterpillar XQ20 is powered by the Caterpillar C2.2 engine.

Is the Caterpillar XQ20 diesel or gas?

The Caterpillar XQ20 runs on diesel.

What's the oil capacity on a Caterpillar XQ20?

The Caterpillar C2.2 engine in the Caterpillar XQ20 has an oil capacity of 8.9 liters.

What is the coolant capacity of the Caterpillar XQ20?

The Caterpillar XQ20 cooling system holds 6.96 liters (1.8 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the continuous rating of the Caterpillar XQ20?

The Caterpillar XQ20 is rated 18 kW prime (22 kVA), against 20 kW standby.

What is the sound level of the Caterpillar XQ20?

The Caterpillar XQ20 is rated at 63.0 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

How much does the Caterpillar XQ20 weigh?

The Caterpillar XQ20 has a dry weight of 921 kg (2030 lb).

What size fuel tank does the Caterpillar XQ20 have?

The Caterpillar XQ20 has a 171 liter (45 US gallon) fuel tank, giving about 26 hours of runtime.

What voltages is the Caterpillar XQ20 available in?

The Caterpillar XQ20 is offered in 480/277 V, 208/120 V, 240/120 V, 3-phase.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
033-7854Filter fuel1Fuel filter Amazon eBay $63.31 NAPA $19.86
035-8059Glow plugGlow plug eBay $23.22 FridayParts $13.25
150-4142Filter fuel1Fuel filter Amazon eBay $21.41 NAPA $18.19
155-8080Filter fuel1Fuel filter eBay
183-4320Lift/transfer pumpPump eBay $59.63 FridayParts $88.24
198-5314Air Primary2Air filter Amazon eBay $39.33 FridayParts $42.99 KuduParts $76.00
220-1523Engine Oil1Oil filter Amazon Amazon eBay $21.56 eBay $21.56 NAPA $9.09 KuduParts $18.00 FridayParts $19.95
244-0514Air filter1Air filter Amazon eBay $50.00
246-5011Air Filter2Air filter Amazon eBay $25.00 FridayParts $24.99
247-1378Air filter4Air filter Amazon eBay
247-1380Air Filter1Air filter Amazon eBay $33.95 NAPA $119.74
249-5541ThermostatThermostat eBay $20.00 FridayParts $19.99
251-7660ThermostatThermostat eBay $25.31
252-1466Fuel injectorInjector eBay $59.49 FridayParts $120.00
263-1285Air filter1Air filter Amazon eBay
266-2793Air Filter1Air filter Amazon eBay $35.51
276-1804Fuel1Fuel filter Amazon eBay $49.99 KuduParts $12.00
276-1806Fuel Filter1Fuel filter Amazon eBay $19.79
308-7298Filter water separator1Fuel filter Amazon eBay $26.85 FridayParts $34.68 KuduParts $41.00
KM-BD-909035Hydraulic Track Adjuster Seal KitSeal Amazon eBay
1540867Connecting rodService part / kit Amazon eBay $87.00 FridayParts $90.83
1566980Connecting rodService part / kit Amazon eBay $45.71 FridayParts $75.99
877201-4Ignition kitService part / kit Amazon eBay
M0064264-06Fuel Injection Lines - Install1Service part / kit Amazon eBay

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime50%2.30.9
Prime75%4.51.2
Prime100%5.24.0
Standby50%3.61.0
Standby75%4.91.3
Standby100%5.82.9

Available documents

Spec sheet — LEHE5041-06 (Caterpillar)Spec sheet — LEHF2750 (Caterpillar)Parts manual — LEXE7582-02 (Caterpillar)

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