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Cummins/Onan QSK78 series Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan QSK78 series is a 2500 kW (3438 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Cummins/Onan QSK78 engine. It is available at 380 V, 440 V, 480 V, 600 V, 4160 V, 1247 V, 1320 V and 1380 V, A (U), B (V), C (W)-phase and 60 Hz. It holds about 312 L (82.4 gal) of oil. Starting uses battery rated 2200 CCA. The set measures 7138×2750×3387 mm (281.0×108.3×133.3 in) and weighs about 23313 kg (51396 lb).

2500 kW
Standby
78.0 L
Displacement
312.0 L
Oil capacity
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power2500 kW
Standby kVA3438
Prime power2335 kW
EmissionsTier4F
ControllerPowerCommand, PowerCommand electronic
Oil capacity312.0 L
AlternatorCummins/Onan P80X
Voltage options380 V, 440 V, 480 V, 600 V, 4160 V, 1247 V, 00 V, 1320 V, 1380 V
PhaseA (U), B (V), C (W)
Power factor< 5% no load to full linear load, < 3% for any single harmonic
Battery cranking2200 CCA
Dimensions (L×W×H)7138×2750×3387 mm
Dry weight23313 kg
Wet weight24090 kg

Engine

Cummins/Onan QSK78
Oil capacity312.0 L
Displacement78.0 L
AspirationTurbo charged and low temperature after-cooled
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Cummins/Onan QSK78
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterReplace air filter element every 250 hours or as recommended by the engine manufacturer.250 hr find
Fuel filterChange fuel filter every 10,000 hours or as recommended by the engine manufacturer.10000 hr find
Oil filterChange oil filter every 125 hours or as recommended by the engine manufacturer.125 hr find
BeltInspect belts for wear and replace if necessary. Replace every 5,000 hours or as recommended by the engine manufacturer.5000 hr find
CoolantChange coolant every 12,000 hours or as recommended by the engine manufacturer.12000 hr
OilChange oil and filter every 125 hours or as recommended by the engine manufacturer.125 hr

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Cummins/Onan QSK78 series?

The Cummins/Onan QSK78 series is rated 2500 kW standby (3438.0 kVA).

What engine does the Cummins/Onan QSK78 series use?

The Cummins/Onan QSK78 series is powered by the Cummins/Onan QSK78 engine.

What fuel does the Cummins/Onan QSK78 series use?

The Cummins/Onan QSK78 series runs on Diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the Cummins/Onan QSK78 series?

The Cummins/Onan QSK78 engine in the Cummins/Onan QSK78 series has an oil capacity of 312.0 liters.

What alternator does the Cummins/Onan QSK78 series use?

The Cummins/Onan QSK78 series uses a Cummins/Onan P80X alternator.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
908-0600Cummins QSK78 Series Engine Operation and Maintenance Manual1Service part / kit PartsGeek

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Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime
Standby

Available documents

Spec sheet — s-1529 (Cummins/Onan)Spec sheet — s-1529DC (Cummins/Onan)Spec sheet — s-1628 (Cummins/Onan)Spec sheet — s-1628DC (Cummins/Onan)Spec sheet — s-1677DC 0 (Cummins/Onan)