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Cummins/Onan GFGA Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan GFGA is a 250 kW (562 kVA) Natural Gas, Propane (HD-5) standby generator set powered by a Cummins/Onan GTA28 engine. It is available at 120/208 V, 139/240 V, 220/380 V, 240/416 V, 254/440 V, 277/480 V and 347/600 V, single-phase, 60 Hz and rated 1734 A. It holds about 5.5 L (1.5 gal) of oil and 170 L (44.9 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 40 °C. Starting uses 1 group-8 battery rated 660 CCA at 24 V. The set measures 4267×2413×2489 mm (168.0×95.0×98.0 in), weighs about 6915 kg (15245 lb) and produces 79 dBA at 7 m. An integrated tank holds 659 L (174.1 gal), roughly 1.31 hours of runtime.

250 kW
Standby
28.0 L
Displacement
5.5 L
Oil capacity
2
Document types

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Specifications

FuelNatural Gas, Propane (HD-5)
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power250 kW
Standby kVA562
Prime power280 kW
EmissionsEPA SI NSPS Compliant Capable
ControllerDetector, PowerCommand 1.1, PowerCommand digital electronic
Oil capacity5.5 L
AlternatorADS308E (4-pole, Class Class H insulation)
Voltage options120/208 V, 127/220 V, 139/240 V, 220/380 V, 240/416 V, 254/440 V, 277/480 V, 347/600 V
PhaseThree Phase Reconnectable, Single Phase Non-Reconnectable, Three Phase Non-Reconnectable
Rated current[1734, 1640, 1503, 949, 867, 820, 752, 601] A
Power factor0.8
Circuit breaker80 A
Battery group8D
Battery cranking660 CCA
Battery voltage24 V
Battery quantity1
Coolant capacity170 L
Max ambient40 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)4267×2413×2489 mm
Dry weight6915 kg
Sound level79.0 dBA @ 7 m
Fuel tank659.0 L
Tank runtime1.31 hr

Engine

Cummins/Onan GTA28
Oil capacity5.5 L
Coolant capacity45.0 L
Displacement28.0 L
AspirationTurbocharged & Aftercooled
Rated speed1500 rpm

Filters for the Cummins/Onan GTA28

1

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.

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

SystemFilterDescriptionCross-references
Oil filterP551670Lube Filter, Spin-On Full FlowCUMMINS 298670, CUMMINS 299670, NAPA 1970, CARBOCOL 0026 FridayParts $26.68

Maintenance & consumables

for the Cummins/Onan GTA28
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterIMPCO High Altitude, Low Pressure Gas System (Std)—
Fuel filter—
Oil filterFull Flow Filter Capacity – Replaceable Element Type - U.S. gal.—
Battery24 Volt, Cold Cranking Amperes – CCA 1800, Reserve Capacity - min. 640—
Belt—
Coolant170.0—
Coolant filter—
OilMulti-viscosity or straight weight single viscosity NATURAL GAS ENGINE OIL that meets Mil-2104A(CB), Mil-2104B (CC), Mil-2104C (CD/SC), CE and CF-4 specification. Ash Content between .15 and .85 of one percent.29.7 gal—
Spark plug—

Common questions

What size generator is the Cummins/Onan GFGA?

The Cummins/Onan GFGA is rated 250 kW standby (562.0 kVA).

Which engine powers the Cummins/Onan GFGA?

The Cummins/Onan GFGA is powered by the Cummins/Onan GTA28 engine.

What fuel type does the Cummins/Onan GFGA take?

The Cummins/Onan GFGA runs on Natural Gas, Propane (HD-5).

What's the oil capacity on a Cummins/Onan GFGA?

The Cummins/Onan GTA28 engine in the Cummins/Onan GFGA has an oil capacity of 5.5 liters.

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

The Cummins/Onan GFGA cooling system holds 170 liters (44.9 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the prime power rating of the Cummins/Onan GFGA?

The Cummins/Onan GFGA is rated 280 kW prime (562 kVA), against 250 kW standby.

How loud is the Cummins/Onan GFGA?

The Cummins/Onan GFGA is rated at 79.0 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

How much does the Cummins/Onan GFGA weigh?

The Cummins/Onan GFGA has a dry weight of 6915 kg (15244 lb).

What size fuel tank does the Cummins/Onan GFGA have?

The Cummins/Onan GFGA has a 659 liter (174 US gallon) fuel tank, giving about 1.31 hours of runtime.

What voltages is the Cummins/Onan GFGA available in?

The Cummins/Onan GFGA is offered in 120/208 V, 127/220 V, 139/240 V, 220/380 V, 240/416 V, 254/440 V, Three Phase Reconnectable, Single Phase Non-Reconnectable, Three Phase Non-Reconnectable-phase.

How many cold cranking amps does the Cummins/Onan GFGA require?

The Cummins/Onan GFGA uses 1 battery, 24 V each, 660 CCA, group 8D, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

Which alternator is fitted to the Cummins/Onan GFGA?

The Cummins/Onan GFGA uses a ADS308E alternator. It has 4 poles. Insulation class Class H.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime100%795.0210.0
Standby50%609.073.0
Standby75%810.0170.0
Standby100%163.043.0

Available documents

Spec sheet — Cummins-485-GFGA GTA28 (Cummins/Onan)Spec sheet — GTA28GGFGA (Cummins/Onan)Reference — GFGA (480-500) (Cummins/Onan)

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