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Cummins/Onan 2.5L Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan 2.5L is a 2500 kW Gasoline standby generator set powered by a Cummins/Onan 2.5LK engine. It is available at 120/240 V, single-phase, 60 Hz and rated 105 A. It holds about 1 L (0.3 gal) of oil and 20 L (5.3 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. Starting uses 2 group-SAE group I H batteries at 12 V. The set measures 690×470×530 mm (27.2×18.5×20.9 in), weighs about 100 kg (220 lb) and produces 75 dBA at 7 m. An integrated tank holds 20 L (5.3 gal), roughly 8 hours of runtime.

2500 kW
Standby
0.41 L
Displacement
1.0 L
Oil capacity
2
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Specifications

FuelGasoline
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power2500 kW
Prime power1700 kW
ControllerRemote start (electric crank)
Oil capacity1.0 L
Alternator2.5LK (2-pole, Class Class B insulation)
Voltage options120/240 V
PhaseSingle phase
Rated current105 A
Power factor1.0
Circuit breaker105 A
Battery groupSAE group I H
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity2
Coolant capacity20 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)690×470×530 mm
Dry weight100 kg
Sound level75.0 dBA @ 7 m
Fuel tank20.0 L
Tank runtime8 hr

Engine

Cummins/Onan 2.5LK
Oil capacity1.0 L
Coolant capacity20.0 L
Displacement0.41 L
AspirationNatural
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Cummins/Onan 2.5LK
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterN/A—500 hr
Fuel filterN/A—500 hr
Oil filterN/A—500 hr
Battery12-V—500 hr
BeltN/A—500 hr
OilSAE SW-10W1.6 L—500 hr
Spark plugN/A—500 hr

Common questions

How many kW is the Cummins/Onan 2.5L?

The Cummins/Onan 2.5L is rated 2500 kW standby.

Which engine powers the Cummins/Onan 2.5L?

The Cummins/Onan 2.5L is powered by the Cummins/Onan 2.5LK engine.

Is the Cummins/Onan 2.5L diesel or gas?

The Cummins/Onan 2.5L runs on Gasoline.

How much oil does the Cummins/Onan 2.5L take?

The Cummins/Onan 2.5LK engine in the Cummins/Onan 2.5L has an oil capacity of 1.0 liters.

What is the coolant capacity of the Cummins/Onan 2.5L?

The Cummins/Onan 2.5L cooling system holds 20 liters (5.3 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the continuous rating of the Cummins/Onan 2.5L?

The Cummins/Onan 2.5L is rated 1700 kW prime, against 2500 kW standby.

How loud is the Cummins/Onan 2.5L?

The Cummins/Onan 2.5L is rated at 75.0 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

How much does the Cummins/Onan 2.5L weigh?

The Cummins/Onan 2.5L has a dry weight of 100 kg (220 lb).

How big is the fuel tank on the Cummins/Onan 2.5L?

The Cummins/Onan 2.5L has a 20 liter (5 US gallon) fuel tank, giving about 8 hours of runtime.

What voltage does the Cummins/Onan 2.5L produce?

The Cummins/Onan 2.5L is offered in 120/240 V, Single phase-phase.

What battery does the Cummins/Onan 2.5L use?

The Cummins/Onan 2.5L uses 2 batteryies, 12 V each, group SAE group I H, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What alternator comes on the Cummins/Onan 2.5L?

The Cummins/Onan 2.5L uses a 2.5LK alternator. It has 2 poles. Insulation class Class B.

Parts

1
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
505-0057Plug, Square Head (1/8')1Service part / kit Amazon eBay

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Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime100%2.50.66
Standby100%2.50.66

Available documents

Owner's manual — 930-0301 Onan LK Operator's and Parts Manual (5-1974) (Cummins/Onan)Service manual — 930-0501 Onan LK Genset Service manual (07-1986) (Cummins/Onan)

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