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Cummins/Onan QSK38-G4 Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan QSK38-G4 is a 1250 kW (1563 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a Cummins/Onan QSK38-G4 engine. It operates at 60 Hz.

1250 kW
Standby
38.0 L
Displacement
2
Document types

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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power1250 kW
Standby kVA1563
Prime power1125 kW

Engine

Cummins/Onan QSK38-G4
Displacement38.0 L
Aspirationturbocharged, After-cooled
Rated speed1800 rpm

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 size generator is the Cummins/Onan QSK38-G4?

The Cummins/Onan QSK38-G4 is rated 1250 kW standby (1563.0 kVA).

What engine is in the Cummins/Onan QSK38-G4?

The Cummins/Onan QSK38-G4 is powered by the Cummins/Onan QSK38-G4 engine.

Is the Cummins/Onan QSK38-G4 diesel or gas?

The Cummins/Onan QSK38-G4 runs on diesel.

What is the prime power rating of the Cummins/Onan QSK38-G4?

The Cummins/Onan QSK38-G4 is rated 1125 kW prime (1406 kVA), against 1250 kW standby.

Available documents

Spec sheet — 0064197 (Cummins/Onan)Spec sheet — QSK38-G4 (Cummins/Onan)Reference — CUMMINS-GENERATOR-ENGINES-CATALOG (Cummins/Onan)

This page was generated from the 3 manufacturer documents above by automated extraction; every figure shown is copied from one of them. How the data is compiled.