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Cummins/Onan VTA28 Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan VTA28 is a 545 kW (640 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Cummins/Onan VTA28 engine. It is available at 190/110 V, 208/120 V, 220/127 V, 230/133 V, 240/139 V, 380/219 V, 400/231 V and 416/240 V, 3-phase and 60 Hz. It holds about 84 L (22.2 gal) of oil and 126 L (33.3 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. The set measures 2371×1457×2092 mm (93.3×57.4×82.4 in) and weighs about 3215 kg (7088 lb). The same VTA28 engine also powers generator sets from AKSA.

545 kW
Standby
28.0 L
Displacement
84.0 L
Oil capacity
2
Document types

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Service parts for the VTA28

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

Air intake

1 required
140-1545Air filtersee priceAmazon

Fuel system

1 required
309-0565-01Fuel filtersee priceAmazon

Oil system

1 required
309-0579-03Oil filtersee priceAmazon

Belts

1 required
511-0165Beltsee priceAmazon

Cooling system

2 required
309-0570Coolantsee priceAmazon
309-0570Coolant filtersee priceAmazon

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

Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power545 kW
Standby kVA640
Prime power512 kW
ControllerPowerCommand 3100
Oil capacity84.0 L
Voltage options190/110 V, 208/120 V, 220/127 V, 230/133 V, 240/139 V, 380/219 V, 400/231 V, 416/240 V
Phase3
Circuit breaker4 pole Main Circuit Breaker A
Battery voltage24 V
Coolant capacity126 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)2371×1457×2092 mm
Dry weight3215 kg

Engine

Cummins/Onan VTA28
Oil capacity84.0 L
Coolant capacity167.0 L
Displacement28.0 L
Aspirationturbo Charged and after-cooled

Filters for the Cummins/Onan VTA28

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.

SystemFilterDescriptionCross-references
Oil filterP550777Lube Filter, Spin-On BypassCUMMINS 3021658, CUMMINS 33004232, NAPA 1749, BALDWIN B7577 FridayParts $43.56
Oil filterP551670Lube Filter, Spin-On Full FlowCUMMINS 298670, CUMMINS 299670, NAPA 1970, CARBOCOL 0026 FridayParts $26.68

Listed for this engine in only one kind of machine, so they may depend on how the engine was installed:

SystemFilterDescriptionCross-references
Fuel filterP557440Fuel Filter, Spin-On SecondaryCUMMINS BM78672, BALDWIN BF970, LPM 00013505994, WALGAHN-MOTORENTECHN 00811464 FridayParts $189.69
Fuel / water separatorP558000Fuel Filter, Water Separator Spin-On Twist&DrainCUMMINS 3308638, CUMMINS 3308683, NAPA 3405, NAPA 3693 KuduParts $24.00 FridayParts $25.66

Same engine, other brands

1 brand

The Cummins/Onan VTA28 in this set also powers 1 generator set sold under 1 other brand. Service parts and maintenance intervals for the engine are shared; enclosure, alternator, controller and ratings are not.

BrandModels
AKSAAC710

Maintenance & consumables

for the Cummins/Onan VTA28
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterCap, Air Cleaner140-1545 Amazon eBay
Fuel filterFuel Filter309-0565-01 Amazon eBay
Oil filterOil Filter309-0579-03 Amazon eBay
Battery—
BeltBelt, Drive (Fan)511-0165 Amazon eBay
CoolantCoolant with DCA460.0 gal309-0570 Amazon eBay
Coolant filterFilter, Water - W/Corrosion Inhibiting Chemical DCA4309-0570 Amazon eBay
Oil—
Spark plug—

Common questions

How many kW is the Cummins/Onan VTA28?

The Cummins/Onan VTA28 is rated 545 kW standby (640.0 kVA).

Which engine powers the Cummins/Onan VTA28?

The Cummins/Onan VTA28 is powered by the Cummins/Onan VTA28 engine.

What kind of fuel does the Cummins/Onan VTA28 run on?

The Cummins/Onan VTA28 runs on Diesel.

What's the oil capacity on a Cummins/Onan VTA28?

The Cummins/Onan VTA28 engine in the Cummins/Onan VTA28 has an oil capacity of 84.0 liters.

What is the coolant capacity of the Cummins/Onan VTA28?

The Cummins/Onan VTA28 cooling system holds 126 liters (33.3 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the prime power rating of the Cummins/Onan VTA28?

The Cummins/Onan VTA28 is rated 512 kW prime (603 kVA), against 545 kW standby.

What is the dry weight of the Cummins/Onan VTA28?

The Cummins/Onan VTA28 has a dry weight of 3215 kg (7087 lb).

What voltages is the Cummins/Onan VTA28 available in?

The Cummins/Onan VTA28 is offered in 190/110 V, 208/120 V, 220/127 V, 230/133 V, 240/139 V, 380/219 V, 3-phase.

What oil filter does the Cummins/Onan VTA28 use?

The Cummins/Onan VTA28 uses oil filter part number 309-0579-03.

What fuel filter fits the Cummins/Onan VTA28?

The Cummins/Onan VTA28 uses fuel filter part number 309-0565-01.

What air filter does the Cummins/Onan VTA28 use?

The Cummins/Onan VTA28 uses air filter part number 140-1545.

Parts

32
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
140-1545Cap, Air Cleaner2Air filter Amazon eBay
140-1647Element, Primary - Air Cleaner [AF891M]2Air filter Amazon eBay FridayParts $100.99
140-1649Element, Secondary - Air Cleaner [AF890]2Air filter Amazon eBay FridayParts $100.99
140-1650Element, Air Cleaner [AF928M]2Air filter Amazon eBay $63.71
191-1588Starter, 24 VDC2Starter Amazon eBay
191-1846-01Alternator (35 Amp, 24 VDC)1Alternator Amazon eBay
302-1853Transducer (Sender), Pressure - Oil1Sensor Amazon eBay
302-1854Filter, Oil - Bypass [LF777]1Oil filter Amazon eBay
302-1855Transducer (Sender), Temperature - Engine Coolant1Sensor Amazon eBay
302-1857-01Switch, Temperature - Engine Coolant1Sensor Amazon eBay
309-0565-01Filter, Fuel [FF202]1Fuel filter Amazon eBay
309-0566Switch, Low Coolant Level1Sensor Amazon eBay
309-0570Filter, Water - W/Corrosion Inhibiting Chemical DCA42Coolant filter Amazon eBay
309-0579-03Filter, Oil [LF670]1Oil filter Amazon eBay
502-1043-01Tube, Water - Heater1Hose Amazon eBay
502-1046Coupling, Hose - Elbow1Hose Amazon eBay
503-1602Hose, Rubber1Hose Amazon eBay
511-0163Belt, Drive1Belt Amazon eBay
511-0165Belt, Drive (Fan)3Belt Amazon eBay
FF202Fuel, Spin-On2Fuel filter Amazon eBay $34.99 NAPA $43.99
FS1216Fuel/Water Sep Spin-On2Fuel filter Amazon eBay $49.99 NAPA $65.16 FridayParts $48.99
130-0523Cooling System - Radiator1Service part / kit Amazon eBay $79.00
130-3317-01Pulley, Drive1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
130-3320-03Cap, Radiator 7 PSI (For 2" Fill Tube)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
130-3320-04Cap, Radiator 10 PSI1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
130-3320-05Cap, Radiator1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
130-3339Heater, Electrical - Engine Coolant (4000 Watt, 208 VAC)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
130-3340Heater, Electrical - Engine Coolant (4000 Watt, 240 VAC)1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
140-1260Fitting, Safety Filter2Service part / kit Amazon eBay $116.27 NAPA $10.13
140-2226Indicator, Air Restriction2Service part / kit Amazon eBay
338-2334Harness, Wiring - Engine2Service part / kit Amazon eBay
503-1603Elbow, Pipe - Male, 90 DEG1Service 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
Prime75%104.027.5
Standby100%154.040.8

Available documents

Spec sheet — 0070378 (Cummins/Onan)Spec sheet — SS VTA28 (Cummins/Onan)Parts manual — 904-0211 Onan VT28 VTA28 PMG Genset Parts manual (Cummins/Onan)Parts manual — 960-0236 Onan DFBE NT5 Parts Manual (2-1990) (Cummins/Onan)Parts manual — 960-0238 Onan DFCB NTA2 Parts Manual (2-1990) (Cummins/Onan)Parts manual — 960-0248 Onan DFEB KTA12 Parts Manual (12-1989) (Cummins/Onan)Parts manual — 960-0249 Onan DFJA KTA31 Parts Manual (12-1989) (Cummins/Onan)Parts manual — 960-0250 Onan DFJB KTA32 Parts Manual (12-1989) (Cummins/Onan)Parts manual — 960-0252 Onan DFFA KTT11 Parts Manual (12-1989) (Cummins/Onan)

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