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Cummins/Onan 28DGBB Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan 28DGBB is a 28 kW Diesel standby generator set powered by a Cummins/Onan 4B3.9-G engine. It is available at , single-phase and 50 Hz. It holds about 11.5 L (3.0 gal) of oil and 21 L (5.5 gal) of coolant.

28 kW
Standby
3.92 L
Displacement
11.5 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power28 kW
Oil capacity11.5 L
Voltage options12 V
Phase1 or 3
Battery voltage12 VDC V
Battery quantity1

Engine

Cummins/Onan 4B3.9-G
Oil capacity11.5 L
Coolant capacity21.0 L
Displacement3.92 L
Aspirationnaturally aspirated
Rated speed1800 rpm

Filters for the Cummins/Onan 4B3.9-G

6

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 filterP558616Lube Filter, Spin-On Full FlowCUMMINS 3290712, CUMMINS 3890709, NAPA 1602, BALDWIN BT427 KuduParts $11.00 FridayParts $13.20
Fuel filterP550440Fuel Filter, Spin-On SecondaryCUMMINS 3831063, CUMMINS 3890707, NAPA 3358, BALDWIN BF788 FridayParts $356.80
Fuel filterP550974Fuel Filter, In-LineCUMMINS 3826094, NAPA 3270, BLAW KNOX 0016481600, PERKINS 102601 FridayParts $356.80
Fuel / water separatorP551329Fuel Filter, Water Separator Spin-On Twist&DrainCUMMINS 11E170210, CUMMINS 3890063, NAPA 3357, BALDWIN BF1280 FridayParts $151.00
Fuel / water separatorP550248Fuel Filter, Water Separator Spin-On Twist&DrainCUMMINS 1492827, CUMMINS 3286503, NAPA 3472, BALDWIN BF1226 FridayParts $229.00

Listed for this engine in only one kind of machine, so they may depend on how the engine was installed:

SystemFilterDescriptionCross-references
Coolant filterP554071Coolant Filter, Spin-OnCUMMINS 209604, CUMMINS 209606, NAPA 4071, WALGAHN-MOTORENTECHN 00811412 FridayParts $397.60

Maintenance & consumables

for the Cummins/Onan 4B3.9-G
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterAir cleaner with dry element and restriction indicator—250 hr
Fuel filterSpin-on paper element fuel filters—
Oil filterSpin-on full flow lube oil filter—
BatteryLead acid batteries, cable and fitted tray—180 hr
BeltDual flexible fuel lines and connectors—250 hr
Coolant—
Coolant filter—
OilChange the oil and filter at the intervals recommended in the Maintenance Table.—
Spark plugSpark plugs×1—

Common questions

What size generator is the Cummins/Onan 28DGBB?

The Cummins/Onan 28DGBB is rated 28 kW standby.

What engine is in the Cummins/Onan 28DGBB?

The Cummins/Onan 28DGBB is powered by the Cummins/Onan 4B3.9-G engine.

What fuel does the Cummins/Onan 28DGBB use?

The Cummins/Onan 28DGBB runs on Diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the Cummins/Onan 28DGBB?

The Cummins/Onan 4B3.9-G engine in the Cummins/Onan 28DGBB has an oil capacity of 11.5 liters.

What is the cooling system capacity of the Cummins/Onan 28DGBB?

The Cummins/Onan 28DGBB cooling system holds 21 liters (5.5 US gallons) for the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What voltage does the Cummins/Onan 28DGBB produce?

The Cummins/Onan 28DGBB is offered in 12 V, 1 or 3-phase.

What battery does the Cummins/Onan 28DGBB use?

The Cummins/Onan 28DGBB uses 1 battery, 12 VDC V each, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
982-0200Air Filter6Air filter Amazon eBay
965-0520Cooling Fan37Service 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.

Available documents

Parts manual — 0960-0210 I8 201512 (Cummins/Onan)Parts manual — 960-0207 Onan DGBB DGBC DGCA DGCB Parts Manual (7-1996) (Cummins/Onan)Parts manual — 960-0210C Onan DGBB DGBC DGCA DGCB Parts Manual (11-1998) (Cummins/Onan)

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