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Cummins/Onan X2.5 Generator Set

The Cummins/Onan X2.5 is a 22 kW (27.5 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a Cummins/Onan X2.5-G5 engine. It is available at 12 V, 50 Hz. It holds about 8 L (2.1 gal) of oil and 11 L (2.9 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. The set measures 1036.5×687.5×823.5 mm (40.8×27.1×32.4 in) and weighs about 258 kg (569 lb).

22 kW
Standby
2.5 L
Displacement
8.0 L
Oil capacity
3
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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power22 kW
Standby kVA27
Prime power20 kW
Oil capacity8.0 L
Voltage options12 V
Coolant capacity11 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)1036×687×823 mm
Dry weight258 kg

Engine

Cummins/Onan X2.5-G5
Displacement2.5 L
Rated speed1500 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Cummins/Onan X2.5-G5
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterHeavy Duty Dry replaceable element with restriction indicator—
Fuel filterSpin-on fuel filters with water separator—
Oil filterSpin-on full flow filter—
Battery12-volt—
Coolant50% ethylene glycol; 50% water11.0 l—
Oil8.0 l—

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

1
TypeItemValueUnitCondition
TemperatureLimiting ambient temp.** (°C)50°C** @ 13 mm H20

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Recommended fluids

FluidGradeStandardAmbientCapacityNotes
Coolant50% ethylene glycol; 50% water11.0 lJacket Water After cooled cooling system design

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 X2.5?

The Cummins/Onan X2.5 is rated 22 kW standby (27.5 kVA).

What engine does the Cummins/Onan X2.5 use?

The Cummins/Onan X2.5 is powered by the Cummins/Onan X2.5-G5 engine.

What fuel does the Cummins/Onan X2.5 use?

The Cummins/Onan X2.5 runs on diesel.

How much coolant does the Cummins/Onan X2.5 hold?

The Cummins/Onan X2.5 cooling system holds 11 liters (2.9 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the oil capacity of the Cummins/Onan X2.5?

The Cummins/Onan X2.5 has an engine oil capacity of 8 liters (8.5 US quarts), per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the continuous rating of the Cummins/Onan X2.5?

The Cummins/Onan X2.5 is rated 20 kW prime (25 kVA), against 22 kW standby.

What is the dry weight of the Cummins/Onan X2.5?

The Cummins/Onan X2.5 has a dry weight of 258 kg (568 lb).

What voltages is the Cummins/Onan X2.5 available in?

The Cummins/Onan X2.5 is offered in 12 V.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Continuous100%4.91.3
Prime25%2.50.4
Prime50%3.50.7
Prime75%4.81.3
Prime100%6.01.6
Standby25%2.50.5
Standby75%5.31.4
Standby100%6.51.7

Available documents

Engine spec — 0064190 (Cummins/Onan)Spec sheet — 0064191 (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.