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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

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

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
Coolant capacity207.0 L
Displacement4.4 L
AspirationTurbo
Rated speed1500 rpm

Filters for the Perkins 1104A-44TG2

3

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
Fuel filterP502420Fuel Filter, CartridgePERKINS 2656F823, PERKINS 4415122, NAPA 600488, CLAAS 0011377510 buy

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

SystemFilterDescriptionCross-references
Oil filterP554407Lube Filter, Spin-On Full FlowPERKINS 102632, PERKINS 2564401, NAPA 1459, BALDWIN BT237 KuduParts $25.00 FridayParts $26.84
Fuel / water separatorP550588Fuel Filter, Water Separator Spin-On Twist&DrainPERKINS 265118, PERKINS T64102003, NAPA 3472, BALDWIN BF587-D FridayParts $18.44

Same engine, other brands

7 brands

The Perkins 1104A-44TG2 in this set also powers 14 generator sets sold under 7 other brands. Service parts and maintenance intervals for the engine are shared; enclosure, alternator, controller and ratings are not.

BrandModels
FG WilsonP58P1S, P64E1S, P80P1, P88-1, P88-3, P88E1, XD80P1
AKSAAPSD100, APSD110
CapsCP88-TP1
ErgaERP-80S
LeesLSP88S3
Multiphase PowerMPL88P
Perkins1104A-44TG2

Maintenance & consumables

for the Perkins 1104A-44TG2
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterReplaceable Element—1200 hr
Fuel filterReplaceable Element—1200 hr
Oil filter9011031200 hr Amazon eBay $39.01 NAPA $18.35 KuduParts $25.00
Battery12/Negative—1200 hr
Belt—1200 hr
Coolant—1200 hr
Coolant filter—
OilAPI CG4 / CH4 15W-40—
Spark plug—1200 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 Baldwin RS3922 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.

What is the cooling system capacity of the Generac PWE85?

The Generac PWE85 cooling system holds 207 liters (54.7 US gallons) for the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the oil capacity of the Generac PWE85?

The Generac PWE85 has an engine oil capacity of 8 liters (8.5 US quarts), per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the dry weight of the Generac PWE85?

The Generac PWE85 has a dry weight of 1254 kg (2764 lb).

How big is the fuel tank on the Generac PWE85?

The Generac PWE85 has a 183 liter (48 US gallon) fuel tank, giving about [{'rating': '75% PRP', 'load_pct': 75, 'lph': 14, 'gph': None}, {'rating': '100% PRP', 'load_pct': 100, 'lph': 18.7, 'gph': None}] hours of runtime.

What voltages is the Generac PWE85 available in?

The Generac PWE85 is offered in 380 V, 400 V, Trifásica-phase.

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$18.35
1 priced item$18.35