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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

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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 capacity11.5 L
Coolant capacity16.9 L
Displacement3.9 L
AspirationTurbocharged
Rated speed1800 rpm

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 separator500 hr
Oil filterOil and fuel filter fitted, water separator500 hr
BatteryBattery capacity (1x) 75 A/h
Belt328876800 eBay
CoolantCoolant capacity (only engine)7.2 l
OilLubrication system oil capacity11.5 l1000 hr
Spark plug1000 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 11.5 liters.

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

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

Parts

11
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
0249-0814Relay 2P Base1Relay 2p base Amazon eBay
0307-3047Relay (24V)Relay 24v Amazon eBay
0332-3923-02Terminal BlockTerminal block Amazon eBay
0332-3925-02Jumper-TerminalJumper terminal Amazon eBay
0332-3926Terminal Block End StopTerminal block end stop Amazon eBay
0332-3927-02Terminal Block End Plate1Terminal block end plate 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

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)