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Cummins/Onan QSK50-G2 Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan QSK50-G2 is a 1120 kW (1400 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a Cummins/Onan QSK50-G2 engine. It operates at 50 Hz. It holds about 234.7 L (62.0 gal) of oil and 294 L (77.7 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 53 °C. The set measures 4674×2468×3100 mm (184.0×97.2×122.0 in) and weighs about 7429 kg (16378 lb).

1120 kW
Standby
50.0 L
Displacement
234.7 L
Oil capacity
2
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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power1120 kW
Standby kVA1400
Prime power1020 kW
EmissionsEPA NSPS Stationary Emergency Tier 2
Oil capacity234.7 L
Alternator55A
Coolant capacity294 L
Max ambient53 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)4674×2468×3100 mm
Dry weight7429 kg

Engine

Cummins/Onan QSK50-G2
Displacement50.0 L
Rated speed1500 rpm

Filters for the Cummins/Onan QSK50-G2

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
Fuel / water separatorP550849Fuel Filter, Water Separator CartridgeCUMMINS 3944901S, NAPA 3763, BALDWIN PF7928, DAVCO 102526 FridayParts $20.90 KuduParts $39.00

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 QSK50-G2?

The Cummins/Onan QSK50-G2 is rated 1120 kW standby (1400.0 kVA).

What engine is in the Cummins/Onan QSK50-G2?

The Cummins/Onan QSK50-G2 is powered by the Cummins/Onan QSK50-G2 engine.

Is the Cummins/Onan QSK50-G2 diesel or gas?

The Cummins/Onan QSK50-G2 runs on diesel.

How much coolant does the Cummins/Onan QSK50-G2 hold?

The Cummins/Onan QSK50-G2 cooling system holds 294 liters (77.7 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

How much oil does the Cummins/Onan QSK50-G2 take?

The Cummins/Onan QSK50-G2 has an engine oil capacity of 234.7 liters (248.0 US quarts), per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the prime power rating of the Cummins/Onan QSK50-G2?

The Cummins/Onan QSK50-G2 is rated 1020 kW prime (1275 kVA), against 1120 kW standby.

How much does the Cummins/Onan QSK50-G2 weigh?

The Cummins/Onan QSK50-G2 has a dry weight of 7429 kg (16378 lb).

Which alternator is fitted to the Cummins/Onan QSK50-G2?

The Cummins/Onan QSK50-G2 uses a 55A alternator.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime75%286.075.55
Prime100%337.089.1
Standby100%323.085.33

Available documents

Spec sheet — 0070821 (Cummins/Onan)Spec sheet — QSK50-G2 (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.