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Generac PWE85 Generator Set

The Generac PWE85 is a 63 kW (87 kVA) Diesel prime generator set powered by a Perkins 1104A-44TG2 engine. It is available at 380 V and 400 V, Trifásica and 50 Hz. It holds about 8 L (2.1 gal) of oil and 207 L (54.7 gal) of coolant. The set measures 2285×920×1470 mm (90.0×36.2×57.9 in) and weighs about 1254 kg (2765 lb). An integrated tank holds 183 L (48.3 gal), roughly 75 hours of runtime. The same 1104A-44TG2 engine also powers generator sets from AKSA, Caps, Erga, FG Wilson, Lees, Multiphase Power and Perkins.

4.4 L
Displacement
8.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Service parts for the PWE85

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Oil system

1 required

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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby kVA87
Prime power63 kW
ControllerDSE4520
Oil capacity8.0 L
Voltage options380 V, 400 V
PhaseTrifásica
Power factor0.8
Dimensions (L×W×H)2285×920×1470 mm
Dry weight1254 kg
Fuel tank183.0 L
Tank runtime[{'rating': '75% PRP', 'load_pct': 75, 'lph': 14, 'gph': None}, {'rating': '100% PRP', 'load_pct': 100, 'lph': 18.7, 'gph': None}] hr

Engine

Perkins 1104A-44TG2
Oil capacity53.0 L
Coolant capacity207.0 L
Displacement4.4 L
AspirationTurbo
Rated speed1500 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Perkins 1104A-44TG2
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterReplaceable Element1200 hr
Fuel filterReplaceable Element1200 hr
Oil filter9011031200 hr Amazon $41.50 eBay $39.01 KuduParts $25.00
Battery12/Negative1200 hr
Belt1200 hr
Coolant1200 hr
Coolant filter
OilAPI CG4 / CH4 15W-40
Spark plug1200 hr

Compatible filters for the Perkins 1104A-44TG2 — cross-referenced via Donaldson. Options to verify against your serial number, not confirmed for this exact unit.

  • Air filter: Donaldson P778972 Donaldson P780012 Wix 46818 Wix 46829

Common questions

What engine is in the Generac PWE85?

The Generac PWE85 is powered by the Perkins 1104A-44TG2 engine.

What fuel does the Generac PWE85 use?

The Generac PWE85 runs on Diesel.

How much oil does the Generac PWE85 take?

The Perkins 1104A-44TG2 engine in the Generac PWE85 has an oil capacity of 53.0 liters.

What oil filter does the Generac PWE85 use?

The Generac PWE85 uses oil filter part number 901103.

What air filter does the Generac PWE85 use?

The Generac PWE85 uses air filter part numbers Donaldson P778972, Donaldson P780012.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
100% prp100%18.74.94
75% prp75%14.03.7

Available documents

Spec sheet — Data-Sheet-Generac-PWE85-50V.2020-Es (Generac)
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Priced items from this model's own parts manual.

Oil filter 901103$39.01
1 priced item$39.01