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Generac SG070 Generator Set

The Generac SG070 is a 70 kW (88 kVA) Natural Gas, Propane Vapor standby generator set powered by a Generac 6.8GN engine. It is available at 120/240 V, 120/208 V, 277/480 V and 346/600 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 292 A. It holds about 5.7 L (1.5 gal) of oil and 6.3 L (1.7 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 40 °C. Starting uses 1 group-1 battery at 12 V. The set measures 2360×1015.9×1914.1 mm (92.9×40.0×75.4 in) and weighs about 875 kg (1929 lb).

70 kW
Standby
6.8 L
Displacement
5.7 L
Oil capacity
2
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Specifications

FuelNatural Gas, Propane Vapor
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power70 kW
Standby kVA88
Prime power63 kW
EmissionsEPA Certified
ControllerDigital H Control Panel - Dual 4x20 Display
Oil capacity5.7 L
Alternator390 (Class NEMA MG1-32.6, NEMA MG1-1.66 insulation)
Voltage options120/240 V, 120/208 V, 277/480 V, 346/600 V
Phase3
Rated current292 A
Power factor0.8
Circuit breaker292 A
Battery group1
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity1
Coolant capacity6.3 L
Max ambient40 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)2360×1015×1914 mm
Dry weight875 kg
Fuel tank0.0 L
Tank runtime0 hr

Engine

Generac 6.8GN
Oil capacity6.0 L
Coolant capacity6.0 L
Displacement6.8 L
AspirationNaturally Aspirated
Rated speed3000 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Generac 6.8GN
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter—
Fuel filter—
Oil filter—
Battery(1) - 12 V, 90 A.H., 27F—
Belt—
Coolant—
Coolant filter—
Oil—
Spark plug—

Common questions

How many kW is the Generac SG070?

The Generac SG070 is rated 70 kW standby (88.0 kVA).

What engine does the Generac SG070 use?

The Generac SG070 is powered by the Generac 6.8GN engine.

What kind of fuel does the Generac SG070 run on?

The Generac SG070 runs on Natural Gas, Propane Vapor.

How much oil does the Generac SG070 take?

The Generac 6.8GN engine in the Generac SG070 has an oil capacity of 6.0 liters.

What is the cooling system capacity of the Generac SG070?

The Generac SG070 cooling system holds 6.3 liters (1.7 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the continuous rating of the Generac SG070?

The Generac SG070 is rated 63 kW prime (79 kVA), against 70 kW standby.

How much does the Generac SG070 weigh?

The Generac SG070 has a dry weight of 875 kg (1929 lb).

What voltages is the Generac SG070 available in?

The Generac SG070 is offered in 120/240 V, 120/208 V, 277/480 V, 346/600 V, 3-phase.

How many cold cranking amps does the Generac SG070 require?

The Generac SG070 uses 1 battery, 12 V each, group 1, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

Which alternator is fitted to the Generac SG070?

The Generac SG070 uses a 390 alternator. Insulation class NEMA MG1-32.6, NEMA MG1-1.66.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime110%56.056.0
Standby25%353.010.0
Standby50%605.017.1
Standby75%1009.028.6
Standby100%1009.028.6

Available documents

Spec sheet — 0k4287-b-sg070-6-8l-60hz (Generac)Spec sheet — PEG70 (Generac)Reference — 0166090SBY (Generac)

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