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Cummins/Onan QST30-G5 Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan QST30-G5 is a 1000 kW (1250 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a Cummins/Onan QST30-G5 engine. It is available at 24 V, 60 Hz. It holds about 154 L (162.7 US qt) of oil and 202 L (53.4 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. The set measures 2772×1752×2226 mm (109.1×69.0×87.6 in) and weighs about 3822 kg (8426 lb). The same QST30-G5 engine also powers generator sets from Katolight.

1000 kW
Standby
30.0 L
Displacement
154.0 L
Oil capacity
2
Document types

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Service parts for the QST30-G5

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

Air intake

1 required

Prices captured from merchant listings; some links are affiliate links. Confirm against your serial number before ordering.

Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power1000 kW
Standby kVA1250
Prime power910 kW
EmissionsTier 2
Oil capacity154 L (162.7 US qt)
Alternator35A
Voltage options24 V
Coolant capacity202 L
Max ambient50.0 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)2772×1752×2226 mm
Dry weight3822 kg

Engine

Cummins/Onan QST30-G5
Oil capacity154 L (162.7 US qt)
Coolant capacity202.5 L
Displacement30.0 L
AspirationTurbocharged and low temperature after-cooled
Rated speed1800 rpm

Filters for the Cummins/Onan QST30-G5

4

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
Oil filterP559000Lube Filter, Spin-On Full FlowCUMMINS 2101869, CUMMINS 2882674, NAPA 400107, BALDWIN BD7154 KuduParts $17.00 FridayParts $36.00
Fuel / water separatorP552216Fuel Filter, Water Separator Spin-On Twist&DrainCUMMINS 3309437, CUMMINS 3313304, NAPA 3613, BALDWIN BF1216 buy
Fuel / water separatorP552006Fuel Filter, Water Separator Spin-On Twist&DrainCUMMINS 3089916, CUMMINS 4095189, NAPA 3645, BALDWIN BF1262 FridayParts $42.88

Same engine, other brands

1 brand

The Cummins/Onan QST30-G5 in this set also powers 5 generator sets sold under 1 other brand. Service parts and maintenance intervals for the engine are shared; enclosure, alternator, controller and ratings are not.

BrandModels
KatolightD1000FJZ4, D1000FNZ4, D1000FPZ4, D1000FRZ4, D1000FSZ4

Maintenance & consumables

for the Cummins/Onan QST30-G5
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterD041-2 eBay
Fuel filter—
Oil filter—
Battery—250 hr
Belt—
Coolant167.0—6000 hr
Coolant filter—1500 hr
Oil154 L (162.7 US qt)—
Spark plug—

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.

Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
PressureOil Pressure51-53psiload bank test 5/3/2024, 5 min to 1 hour, 60 Hz
SpeedHertz/Cycles60Hzload bank test 5/3/2024, 5 min to 1 hour
TemperatureAmbient Temperature67-68Fload bank test 5/3/2024
TemperatureCoolant Temperature177-179Fload bank test 5/3/2024, 5 min to 1 hour, 60 Hz
VoltageDC Voltage26.4Vload bank test 5/3/2024, 5 min to 1 hour

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 QST30-G5?

The Cummins/Onan QST30-G5 is rated 1000 kW standby (1250.0 kVA).

What engine is in the Cummins/Onan QST30-G5?

The Cummins/Onan QST30-G5 is powered by the Cummins/Onan QST30-G5 engine.

Is the Cummins/Onan QST30-G5 diesel or gas?

The Cummins/Onan QST30-G5 runs on diesel.

What's the oil capacity on a Cummins/Onan QST30-G5?

The Cummins/Onan QST30-G5 takes 154 L (162.7 US qt) of engine oil (Cummins/Onan QST30-G5 engine specification).

What is the cooling system capacity of the Cummins/Onan QST30-G5?

The Cummins/Onan QST30-G5 cooling system holds 202 liters (53.4 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the prime power rating of the Cummins/Onan QST30-G5?

The Cummins/Onan QST30-G5 is rated 910 kW prime (1138 kVA), against 1000 kW standby.

What is the dry weight of the Cummins/Onan QST30-G5?

The Cummins/Onan QST30-G5 has a dry weight of 3822 kg (8426 lb).

What voltages is the Cummins/Onan QST30-G5 available in?

The Cummins/Onan QST30-G5 is offered in 24 V.

What alternator comes on the Cummins/Onan QST30-G5?

The Cummins/Onan QST30-G5 uses a 35A alternator.

What air filter fits the Cummins/Onan QST30-G5?

The Cummins/Onan QST30-G5 uses air filter part number D041-2.

Parts

1
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
CC2609Fleetguard Water-Check H2O 3-Way Test Strips1Service part / kit Amazon 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.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Base100%246.064.9
Prime25%69.018.2
Prime50%126.033.1
Prime75%185.048.8
Prime100%248.065.4
Standby100%275.072.65

Source — consumption: QST30-G5.

Available documents

Spec sheet — 0070624 (Cummins/Onan)Spec sheet — QST30-G5 (Cummins/Onan)Reference — CUMMINS-GENERATOR-ENGINES-CATALOG (Cummins/Onan)Reference — Cummins-DQFAD-SN-D080172117-Load-Test-Report-and-Inspection-Checklist (Central States Diesel Generators (CSDG))

This page was generated from the 4 manufacturer documents above by automated extraction; every figure shown is copied from one of them. How the data is compiled.