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Cummins/Onan 6BTAA5.9-G5 CoolPac Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan 6BTAA5.9-G5 CoolPac is a 160 kW standby generator set powered by a Cummins/Onan B5.9 engine. It holds about 16.4 L (4.3 gal) of oil and 19.75 L (5.2 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 56 °C. The set measures 1726×1045×1254 mm (68.0×41.1×49.4 in) and weighs about 500 kg (1102 lb).

160 kW
Standby
5.9 L
Displacement
16.4 L
Oil capacity
1
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Service parts for the 6BTAA5.9-G5 CoolPac

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Specifications

Standby power160 kW
Prime power145 kW
Oil capacity16.4 L
Coolant capacity19.75 L
Max ambient56.0 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)1726×1045×1254 mm
Dry weight500 kg

Engine

Cummins/Onan B5.9
Oil capacity14.2 L
Coolant capacity10.5 L
Displacement5.9 L
AspirationTurbocharged; Charge-Air Cooled
Rated speed2100 rpm

Filters for the Cummins/Onan B5.9

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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 filterP558615Lube Filter, Spin-On Full FlowCUMMINS 10521, CUMMINS 3865405, NAPA 1607, NAPA 61607 buy
Fuel filterP550440Fuel Filter, Spin-On SecondaryCUMMINS 3831063, CUMMINS 3890707, NAPA 3358, BALDWIN BF788 FridayParts $356.80
Fuel filterP553004Fuel Filter, Spin-OnCUMMINS 3903640, CUMMINS 53C0045, NAPA 3358, RENAULT VI 0000150564 FridayParts $18.20
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

Maintenance & consumables

for the Cummins/Onan B5.9
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterCummins Filtration AF26125—
Fuel filterRecommended fuel filter - primary, secondary—500 hr
Oil filterRecommended lube oil filter—250 hr
Battery12V-DC12V-DC Amazon Amazon eBay eBay $69.95 FridayParts $11.85 SinoCMP $65.00
BeltBattery cable size - minimum of 2/0 AWG and maximum cable length not to exceed 6 ft. (1.5 m)—
Coolant50-percent water and 50-percent ethylene glycol or propylene glycol-base antifreeze; low-silicate meeting ASTM 4985 (GM6038M)—6000 hr
Coolant filterN/A—
OilOil capacity of pan (high - low)15.0 qt—250 hr
Spark plug—

Common questions

How many kW is the Cummins/Onan 6BTAA5.9-G5 CoolPac?

The Cummins/Onan 6BTAA5.9-G5 CoolPac is rated 160 kW standby.

What engine is in the Cummins/Onan 6BTAA5.9-G5 CoolPac?

The Cummins/Onan 6BTAA5.9-G5 CoolPac is powered by the Cummins/Onan B5.9 engine.

How much oil does the Cummins/Onan 6BTAA5.9-G5 CoolPac take?

The Cummins/Onan B5.9 engine in the Cummins/Onan 6BTAA5.9-G5 CoolPac has an oil capacity of 14.2 liters.

What is the cooling system capacity of the Cummins/Onan 6BTAA5.9-G5 CoolPac?

The Cummins/Onan 6BTAA5.9-G5 CoolPac cooling system holds 19.75 liters (5.2 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the continuous rating of the Cummins/Onan 6BTAA5.9-G5 CoolPac?

The Cummins/Onan 6BTAA5.9-G5 CoolPac is rated 145 kW prime, against 160 kW standby.

How much does the Cummins/Onan 6BTAA5.9-G5 CoolPac weigh?

The Cummins/Onan 6BTAA5.9-G5 CoolPac has a dry weight of 500 kg (1102 lb).

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
3288689BeltAs neededBelt Amazon eBay $17.47 NAPA $27.11 FridayParts $35.44 KuduParts $54.00
3822509Injection Pump Bore Brush Service Tool1Injector Amazon eBay
3971603Starter 12VAs neededStarter Amazon eBay $186.96 NAPA $253.51
4988274AlternatorAs neededAlternator Amazon eBay FridayParts $145.60
FS1251/FF42000Fuel Filter1Fuel filter buy
LF3959Lube Filter1Lube filter Amazon eBay $16.99 NAPA $15.10
RU5045Air Cleaner1Air filter Amazon eBay $26.95 NAPA $101.05
V70509Lube Oil4 Gal.Fluid Amazon eBay
12.001-3678-000Lubricating Oil Pressure Gauge1Service part / kit buy
13.001-3901-000Battery A/B Switch1Service part / kit buy
14.001-3912-000ON/OFF Switch (AUTO/MANUAL)1Service part / kit buy
3305062Heater, 240VAs neededService part / kit Amazon eBay
3315032Heater, 120VAs neededService part / kit Amazon eBay
3823494Lubricating oil filterService part / kit Amazon eBay
3824591Barring tool Rotate the engine1Service part / kit Amazon eBay FridayParts $18.60
3885910Red Paint, Spray can1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
5.001-2674-000True Warning Light1Service part / kit buy
6.001-3789-000Low Oil Pressure Warning Light1Service part / kit buy
7.001-3890-000Circuit Breaker1Service part / kit buy
8210G003-12VDC3/4" 12V solenoidAs neededService part / kit Amazon eBay
8210G3-24VDC3/4" 24V solenoidAs neededService part / kit Amazon eBay
C2800Fleetguard® refractometer1Service part / kit Amazon eBay NAPA $393.59
CC2800Fleetguard refractometerService 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%26.06.9
Prime75%29.07.5
Prime100%37.09.8
Standby100%41.010.9

Available documents

Spec sheet — 6BTAA59-G5 (Cummins/Onan)

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Battery 12V-DC$69.95
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