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Cummins/Onan NT855 Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan NT855 is a 280 kW (350 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a Cummins/Onan NT855-G6 engine. It operates at 50 Hz. It holds about 39.7 L (10.5 gal) of oil and 19 L (5.0 gal) of coolant.

280 kW
Standby
14.0 L
Displacement
39.7 L
Oil capacity
3
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Service parts for the NT855

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

Air intake

1 required

Fuel system

1 required

Oil system

1 required

Belts

1 required

Cooling system

2 required
123460Coolantsee priceAmazon
B342-1Coolant filtersee priceAmazon

Electrical

1 required

Ignition

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 power280 kW
Standby kVA350
Prime power256 kW
Oil capacity39.7 L

Engine

Cummins/Onan NT855-G6
Oil capacity39.7 L
Coolant capacity19.0 L
Displacement14.0 L
AspirationTurbocharged
Rated speed1500 rpm

Filters for the Cummins/Onan NT855-G6

8

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 filterP551670Lube Filter, Spin-On Full FlowCUMMINS 298670, CUMMINS 299670, NAPA 1970, CARBOCOL 0026 FridayParts $26.68
Oil filterP550777Lube Filter, Spin-On BypassCUMMINS 3021658, CUMMINS 33004232, NAPA 1749, BALDWIN B7577 FridayParts $43.56
Fuel filterP550105Fuel Filter, Spin-On PrimaryCUMMINS 154700, CUMMINS 154710, NAPA 3109, NAPA 3405 buy
Fuel filterP557440Fuel Filter, Spin-On SecondaryCUMMINS BM78672, BALDWIN BF970, LPM 00013505994, WALGAHN-MOTORENTECHN 00811464 FridayParts $189.69
Fuel / water separatorP550106Fuel Filter, Water Separator Spin-OnCUMMINS 154789, CUMMINS 156164, NAPA 3405, BALDWIN BF957-D FridayParts $285.60
Fuel / water separatorP558000Fuel Filter, Water Separator Spin-On Twist&DrainCUMMINS 3308638, CUMMINS 3308683, NAPA 3405, NAPA 3693 KuduParts $24.00 FridayParts $25.66
Coolant filterP554071Coolant Filter, Spin-OnCUMMINS 209604, CUMMINS 209606, NAPA 4071, WALGAHN-MOTORENTECHN 00811412 FridayParts $397.60
Coolant filterP554073Coolant Filter, Spin-OnCUMMINS 209605, CUMMINS 209607, NAPA 4073, VERSATILE 00104040 KuduParts $40.00

Maintenance & consumables

for the Cummins/Onan NT855-G6
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter123459200 hr Amazon eBay
Fuel filter123458200 hr Amazon eBay
Oil filter123457200 hr Amazon eBay $17.99
Battery123462200 hr Amazon eBay
Belt123461200 hr Amazon eBay $18.95
Coolant16.5 Liters123460200 hr Amazon eBay
Coolant filterB342-12 hr Amazon eBay
Oil11.2 Liters—200 hr
Spark plug123463200 hr Amazon eBay

Service intervals

2
ItemActionHoursMonthsNotes
valve clearanceCheck2000 hrB-Series (4BT3.3): valve clearance checks not required for 2000 hours, twice the industry standard
engine overhaulOther20000 hrQSK23-Series: expected life cycle to 20,000 hours before first overhaul

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Cummins/Onan NT855?

The Cummins/Onan NT855 is rated 280 kW standby (350.0 kVA).

What engine does the Cummins/Onan NT855 use?

The Cummins/Onan NT855 is powered by the Cummins/Onan NT855-G6 engine.

What kind of fuel does the Cummins/Onan NT855 run on?

The Cummins/Onan NT855 runs on diesel.

How much oil does the Cummins/Onan NT855 take?

The Cummins/Onan NT855-G6 engine in the Cummins/Onan NT855 has an oil capacity of 39.7 liters.

What is the cooling system capacity of the Cummins/Onan NT855?

The Cummins/Onan NT855 cooling system holds 19 liters (5.0 US gallons) for the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the prime power rating of the Cummins/Onan NT855?

The Cummins/Onan NT855 is rated 256 kW prime (320 kVA), against 280 kW standby.

Which oil filter part number does the Cummins/Onan NT855 take?

The Cummins/Onan NT855 uses oil filter part number 123457.

Which fuel filter part number does the Cummins/Onan NT855 take?

The Cummins/Onan NT855 uses fuel filter part number 123458.

What air filter fits the Cummins/Onan NT855?

The Cummins/Onan NT855 uses air filter part number 123459.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
140-2389140-2391 1 140-2390 1 140-2392 1 140-2393 1 140-1548 1 140-1545 1 c 503-1575 186917 C1Air filter Amazon eBay
140-2391Element - Air Cleaner (Standard)1Air filter Amazon eBay
191-1858Starter (24VDC)1Starter Amazon eBay
191-1982Pulley, Alternator1Alternator Amazon eBay FridayParts $40.00
191-1983-02Alternator, 24 Volt Spec B-O (Prestolite)1Alternator Amazon eBay
193-0447-01Sender, Water Temperature (E2)1Sensor Amazon eBay
193-0448Sender, Oil Pressure1Sensor Amazon eBay
309-0269Sender, Temperature-Lo Engine1Sensor Amazon eBay $239.00
309-0576Switch, Thermostat - High Engine Coolant Temperature (S2)1Sensor Amazon eBay
309-0641-03Switch, Oil Pressure (Closes at 14 lbs. Descending) (S1)1Sensor Amazon eBay
309-0641-07Switch, Oil Pressure (Closes at 20 lbs. Descending)1Sensor Amazon eBay
502-0827Fitting, Hose – Barbed (1/2” ID Pipe to 3/4” ID Hose)2Hose Amazon eBay
503-0189Clamp, Hose1Hose Amazon eBay
503-1634-01Hose, Rubber (3/4” ID x 4”)4Hose Amazon eBay
511-0092Belt, Alternator1Belt Amazon eBay $13.97 NAPA $23.51
B-342-3sPRIMING TURBOCHARGER OIL SUPPLY INLET LINE. DISCONNECT AT THIS POINT TO PRIMETurbocharger Amazon eBay
CS-1382cINLET AIR DAMPERAir filter Amazon Amazon eBay eBay
DM-3010461Crankshaft Rear Seal - NT855, NTC8551Seal Amazon eBay
ES-1214-2FLOAT SWITCHAir filter Amazon eBay
FP-3013591Piston Cooling Nozzle6Injector eBay
FP-3019158Gasket, Water Outlet1Gasket eBay
FP-3020943Gasket, Exhaust Manifold6Gasket eBay
FP-3024709Seal Ring, Water Manifold6Seal eBay
FP-3054058Injector, NewInjector eBay
FP-3054250Injector, NewInjector eBay
FP-3076489Thermostat1Thermostat eBay
FP-AR10172Pump, Oil (New)1Pump eBay
FP-KS12622ANH/NT855 In-Frame Kit w/upper gasket set & oil pan gasket1Gasket Amazon eBay
FP-KS12622CNH/NT855 In-Frame Kit w/upper gasket set & oil pan gasket1Gasket Amazon eBay
FP-KS12622C7NH/NT855 In-Frame Kit w/upper gasket set & oil pan gasket1Gasket Amazon eBay
FP-KS12622DNH/NT855 In-Frame Kit w/upper gasket set & oil pan gasket1Gasket Amazon eBay
FS1803sFUEL FILTERSFuel filter Amazon eBay
M-4024945Edge molded rubber head gaskets setGasket Amazon eBay
130-3588Cap, Radiator1Service part / kit Amazon eBay $79.00
130-4355Radiator (2 Row Core) DFBJ1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
130-4355-01Radiator (3 Row Core) DFCF, DFCG1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
130-4369Radiator DFCH1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
155-2409-01Elbow, Exhaust (5" OD With Threads)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
191-1981Genset component (SJB series)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
191-2121Regulator, Voltage1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
333-0639-01Heater, Coolant (4990 Watt)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
333-0639-02Heater, Coolant (6420 Watt)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
503-1575Clamp, V-Band1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
504-0011Valve, Shutoff (1/2”)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay $59.95
EXS-1046sCONDENSATION TRAPService part / kit Amazon Amazon eBay eBay
FP-855PREMNH/NT855 Premium Cylinder Kits1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
FP-855TTNT855 Premium 3-Ring Cylinder Kits1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
FP-855TTDNNT855 Premium 3-Ring Cylinder Kits Dual-NI Pistons1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
FP-855TTPNT855 Premium Plus 3-Ring Cylinder Kits1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
FP-855TTPDNNT855 Premium Plus 3-Ring Cylinder Kits Dual-NI Pistons1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
FP-IFK855NRNT855 Cylinder Kits w/ no piston rings1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
FP-IFK855PREMNH/NT855 Premium Cylinder Kits1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
FP-IFK855TTNT855 Premium 3-Ring Cylinder Kits1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
FP-IFK855TTDNNT855 Premium 3-Ring Cylinder Kits Dual-NI Pistons1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
FP-IFK855TTPNT855 Premium Plus 3-Ring Cylinder Kits1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
FP-IFK855TTPDNNT855 Premium Plus 3-Ring Cylinder Kits Dual-NI Pistons1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
FP-KS12621CNH/NT855 Cylinder Kit Std Head Gask Grommets1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
FP-KS12621C7NH/NT855 Cylinder Kit .010 Head Gask Grommets1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
FS1692sFUEL SOLENOID VALVE LOCATIONService part / kit Amazon eBay
M-1808DC CONTROL WIRINGService part / kit Amazon Amazon eBay 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

Engine spec — 0057333 (Cummins/Onan)Engine spec — fr1399 (Cummins/Onan)Engine spec — fr1419 (Cummins/Onan)Spec sheet — NT855-G6 (Cummins/Onan)Reference — CUMMINS-GENERATOR-ENGINES-CATALOG (Cummins/Onan)Reference — Schedule Technical2012 (Cummins/Onan)

This page was generated from the 6 manufacturer documents above by automated extraction; every figure shown is copied from one of them. How the data is compiled.

Full service, cheapest listings

Priced items from this model's own parts manual.

Oil filter 123457$17.99
Belt 123461$18.95
2 priced items$36.94