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Cummins/Onan C70 Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan C70 is a 56 kW (70 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Cummins/Onan 4BT3.9-G4 engine. It is available at 380 V, 254/440 V, 240/416 V, 230/40 V, 127/220 V, 115/200 V and 110/190 V, 3-phase and 50 Hz. It holds about 10.9 L (2.9 gal) of oil and 21.2 L (5.6 gal) of coolant. The set measures 1950×1084×1480 mm (76.8×42.7×58.3 in) and weighs about 1063 kg (2344 lb). An integrated tank holds 106 L (28.0 gal).

56 kW
Standby
3.9 L
Displacement
10.9 L
Oil capacity
2
Document types

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Service parts for the C70

Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.

Air intake

1 required
0140-3765Air filtersee priceAmazon

Belts

1 required

Prices captured from merchant listings; some links are affiliate links. Confirm against your serial number before ordering.

Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power56 kW
Standby kVA70
Prime power50 kW
Oil capacity10.9 L
Voltage options380 V, 440 V, 254/440 V, 240/416 V, 230/40 V, 220/380 V, 127/220 V, 115/200 V, 110/190 V
Phase3
Battery voltage12 V
Coolant capacity21.2 L
Dimensions (L×W×H)1950×1084×1480 mm
Dry weight1063 kg
Fuel tank106.0 L

Engine

Cummins/Onan 4BT3.9-G4
Oil capacity10.9 L
Coolant capacity16.9 L
Displacement3.9 L
AspirationTurbocharged
Rated speed1800 rpm

Filters for the Cummins/Onan 4BT3.9-G4

7

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
Oil filterP550939Lube Filter, Spin-On Full FlowCUMMINS 148459, CUMMINS 162097, NAPA 1521, NAPA 21521 FridayParts $23.20
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
Coolant filterP554071Coolant Filter, Spin-OnCUMMINS 209604, CUMMINS 209606, NAPA 4071, WALGAHN-MOTORENTECHN 00811412 FridayParts $397.60

Maintenance & consumables

for the Cummins/Onan 4BT3.9-G4
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterNormal duty air filter0140-3765 Amazon eBay
Fuel filterOil and fuel filter fitted, water separator—500 hr
Oil filterOil and fuel filter fitted, water separator—500 hr
BatteryBattery capacity (1x) 75 A/h—
Belt328876800 eBay
CoolantCoolant capacity (only engine)7.2 l—
OilLubrication system oil capacity11.5 l—1000 hr
Spark plug—1000 hr

Common questions

How many kW is the Cummins/Onan C70?

The Cummins/Onan C70 is rated 56 kW standby (70.0 kVA).

What engine does the Cummins/Onan C70 use?

The Cummins/Onan C70 is powered by the Cummins/Onan 4BT3.9-G4 engine.

What kind of fuel does the Cummins/Onan C70 run on?

The Cummins/Onan C70 runs on Diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the Cummins/Onan C70?

The Cummins/Onan 4BT3.9-G4 engine in the Cummins/Onan C70 has an oil capacity of 10.9 liters.

What is the cooling system capacity of the Cummins/Onan C70?

The Cummins/Onan C70 cooling system holds 21.2 liters (5.6 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the continuous rating of the Cummins/Onan C70?

The Cummins/Onan C70 is rated 50 kW prime (63 kVA), against 56 kW standby.

How much does the Cummins/Onan C70 weigh?

The Cummins/Onan C70 has a dry weight of 1063 kg (2343 lb).

How big is the fuel tank on the Cummins/Onan C70?

The Cummins/Onan C70 has a 106 liter (28 US gallon) fuel tank.

What voltages is the Cummins/Onan C70 available in?

The Cummins/Onan C70 is offered in 380 V, 440 V, 254/440 V, 240/416 V, 230/40 V, 220/380 V, 3-phase.

Which air filter part number does the Cummins/Onan C70 take?

The Cummins/Onan C70 uses air filter part number 0140-3765.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
0307-3047Relay (24V)Relay 24v Amazon eBay
0332-3923-02Terminal Block3Terminal block Amazon eBay
0332-3925-02Jumper-TerminalJumper terminal Amazon eBay
0332-3943-02Jumper-TerminalJumper terminal Amazon eBay
0332-4036-02Terminal Block (Earth)Terminal block Amazon eBay
328876800Belt, V-Grooved1Belt eBay
AN500T0013STARTER MOTORStarter Amazon eBay
AN500T0083ALTERNATORAlternator Amazon eBay
REC149-2106By-pass filter I1Oil filter Amazon eBay $18.20
REC1491754By-pass filter II1Oil filter Amazon eBay
0249-0814Relay 2P Base1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
0332-3926Terminal Block (End Stop)2Service part / kit Amazon eBay
0332-3927-02Terminal Block (End Plate)1Service 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
Prime100%15.03.94
Standby70%16.04.23

Available documents

Reference — Cummins-C70-D5 4BT3.9 (Cummins/Onan)Service manual — 908-0109 Cummins Set Mounted Battery Chargers (11-2009) (Cummins/Onan)

This page was generated from the 2 manufacturer documents above by automated extraction; every figure shown is copied from one of them. How the data is compiled.