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Generac SD020 Generator Set

The Generac SD020 is a 20 kW (25 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Generac SD020 engine. It is available at 120/240 V, 120/208 V, 277/480 V and 346/600 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 83 A. It holds about 6.2 L (1.6 gal) of oil and 2.8 L (0.7 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 43.3 °C. Starting uses 1 group-161970 battery at 12 V. The set measures 1930.4×914.4×1168.4 mm (76.0×36.0×46.0 in) and weighs about 934 kg (2059 lb).

20 kW
Standby
2.4 L
Displacement
6.2 L
Oil capacity
3
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Service parts for the SD020

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

Electrical

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27F/31Batteryfind

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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power20 kW
Standby kVA25
Prime power18 kW
EmissionsStationary Emergency
ControllerDigital H Control Panel - Dual 4x20 Display
Oil capacity6.2 L
Alternator390 (4-pole, Class H insulation)
Voltage options120/240 V, 120/208 V, 277/480 V, 346/600 V
PhaseThree-Phase
Rated current83 A
Power factor0.8
Battery groupSee Battery Index 0161970SBY
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity1
Coolant capacity2.8 L
Max ambient43.3 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)1930×914×1168 mm
Dry weight934 kg

Engine

Generac SD020
Oil capacity6.2 L
Coolant capacity2.8 L
Displacement2.4 L
AspirationTurbocharged
Rated speed1800 rpm

Filters & service parts

model family
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Fuel filter10 Micron100 hr
Oil filterFull flow, cartridge100 hr
Battery27F/3127F/31100 hr buy
BeltDirect, Flexible Disc100 hr
Coolant filter5100 hr
Fuel#2D Fuel (Min Cetane #40)
OilGear6.2 L100 hr
Spark plugDirect, Flexible Disc100 hr

Compiled from this model's family documentation — may include parts for closely-related variants. Confirm the exact part for your serial number.

Common questions

How many kW is the Generac SD020?

The Generac SD020 is rated 20 kW standby (25.0 kVA).

What engine is in the Generac SD020?

The Generac SD020 is powered by the Generac SD020 engine.

What fuel does the Generac SD020 use?

The Generac SD020 runs on Diesel.

What's the oil capacity on a Generac SD020?

The Generac SD020 engine in the Generac SD020 has an oil capacity of 6.2 liters.

What alternator does the Generac SD020 use?

The Generac SD020 uses a 390 alternator. It has 4 poles. Insulation class H.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Standby25%2.50.65
Standby50%4.31.14
Standby75%5.51.45
Standby100%6.71.76

Available documents

Spec sheet — 0k5083-sd020-2-4l (Generac)Reference — sd020-20kw-diesel-generator-specsheet (Generac)Parts manual — 0169510SBY (Generac)Parts manual — 0185810SBY (Generac)