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John Deere 6068HF 285 Generator Set

The John Deere 6068HF 285 is a 177 kW (237 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a John Deere 6068HF285 engine. It is available at 480/277 V, 600/347 V, 240/120 V, 208/120 V, 415/240 V, 440/254 V and 460/266 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 521 A. It holds about 11.9 L (3.1 gal) of oil and 11.9 L (3.1 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 40 °C. Starting uses 1 group-12 battery rated 800 CCA at 12 V. The set measures 1123×657×1036 mm (44.2×25.9×40.8 in), weighs about 608 kg (1340 lb) and produces 89.8 dBA at 1 m. An integrated tank holds 13 L (3.4 gal), roughly 10 hours of runtime. The same 6068HF285 engine also powers generator sets from Clarke, Kohler, MQ Power and MTU.

177 kW
Standby
6.8 L
Displacement
11.9 L
Oil capacity
3
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Service parts for the 6068HF 285

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

Fuel system

2 required
GM50074Fuel filter (primary)$38.35NAPA
GM50006Fuel filter (secondary)$26.99eBay

Oil system

1 required

Prices captured from merchant listings; some links are affiliate links. Confirm against your serial number before ordering.

Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power177 kW
Standby kVA237
Prime power161 kW
EmissionsTIER 3
ControllerElectronic
Oil capacity11.9 L
AlternatorStamford/AvK UCI274G (2-pole, Class H insulation)
Voltage options480/277 V, 600/347 V, 240/120 V, 208/120 V, 415/240 V, 440/254 V, 460/266 V
Phase3
Rated current521 A
Power factor0.8
Circuit breaker12 A
Battery group12
Battery cranking800 CCA
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity1
Coolant capacity11.9 L
Max ambient40 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)1123×657×1036 mm
Dry weight608 kg
Sound level89.8 dBA @ 1 m
Fuel tank13.0 L
Tank runtime10 hr

Engine

John Deere 6068HF285
Oil capacity11.9 L
Coolant capacity11.9 L
Displacement6.8 L
AspirationTurbocharged
Rated speed1800 rpm

Filters for the John Deere 6068HF285

6

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
Oil filterP550779Lube Filter, Spin-On Full FlowJOHN DEERE RE504836, JOHN DEERE RE50486, NAPA 7750S, SKYJACK 13502869 KuduParts $19.00
Oil filterP551352Lube Filter, Spin-On Full FlowJOHN DEERE DZ118286, JOHN DEERE PMLF3703, NAPA 401062, BALDWIN B40168 buy
Fuel filterP550090Fuel Filter, In-LineJOHN DEERE AE20952, JOHN DEERE AT101565, ASV INCORPORATED 0201914, LOESING 025125 FridayParts $45.66
Fuel filterP551130Fuel Filter, BoxJOHN DEERE AR50041, JOHN DEERE R16951, NAPA 3370, BALDWIN BF909 KuduParts $37.00
Fuel / water separatorP551424Fuel Filter, Water Separator Spin-OnJOHN DEERE RE503198, JOHN DEERE RE522868, NAPA 3532, NAPA 600094 KuduParts $16.00 FridayParts $18.50
Fuel / water separatorP551422Fuel Filter, Water Separator CartridgeJOHN DEERE AT274723, JOHN DEERE RE22878, NAPA 3978, CLAAS 0011318200 KuduParts $22.00 FridayParts $24.50

Same engine, other brands

4 brands

The John Deere 6068HF285 in this set also powers 6 generator sets sold under 4 other brands. Service parts and maintenance intervals for the engine are shared; enclosure, alternator, controller and ratings are not.

BrandModels
MQ PowerDCA-85USJ2, DCA150USJ, DCA85USJ2
ClarkeRC185D
Kohler150REOZJF
MTU6R0113 DS150

Maintenance & consumables

for the John Deere 6068HF285
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterUL DIESEL STD—1000 hr
Fuel filterPrimaryGM50074 Amazon eBay $70.33 NAPA $38.35
Fuel filterSecondaryGM50006 Amazon eBay $26.99 NAPA $44.17
Fuel filterUL DIESEL STD—1000 hr
Oil filterCartridge×1GM32809 Amazon Amazon Amazon Amazon eBay $26.25 NAPA $28.76
BatteryUL DIESEL STD—1000 hr
BeltUL DIESEL STD—1000 hr
CoolantUL DIESEL STD15.2 L—1000 hr
Oil27.9—1000 hr
Spark plugUL DIESEL STD—1000 hr

Compatible filters for the John Deere 6068HF285 — cross-referenced via Donaldson. Options to verify against your serial number, not confirmed for this exact unit.

Recommended fluids

FluidGradeStandardAmbientCapacityNotes
FuelDiesel #2Recommended Fuel for diesel gensets (e.g. DS30, DS40, DS50, DS80, DS100, DS125, DS150, DS180, DS200, DS230, DS250, DS275, DS300, DS350, DS400, DS450, DS500)

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

Voltage reconnection

VoltagePhaseConnectionLeadsNotes
208V312 LEAD WYEExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
240V112 LEADExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30 SYSTEM RATINGS connection row
240V14 LEADExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
240V312 LEAD DELTAExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
380V312 LEAD WYEExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
480V312 LEAD WYEExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
600V34 LEAD WYE DOUBLE DELTAExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30

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 John Deere 6068HF 285?

The John Deere 6068HF 285 is rated 177 kW standby (237.0 kVA).

What engine is in the John Deere 6068HF 285?

The John Deere 6068HF 285 is powered by the John Deere 6068HF285 engine.

What kind of fuel does the John Deere 6068HF 285 run on?

The John Deere 6068HF 285 runs on Diesel.

How much oil does the John Deere 6068HF 285 take?

The John Deere 6068HF285 engine in the John Deere 6068HF 285 has an oil capacity of 11.9 liters.

What is the coolant capacity of the John Deere 6068HF 285?

The John Deere 6068HF 285 cooling system holds 11.9 liters (3.1 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the continuous rating of the John Deere 6068HF 285?

The John Deere 6068HF 285 is rated 161 kW prime (216 kVA), against 177 kW standby.

How loud is the John Deere 6068HF 285?

The John Deere 6068HF 285 is rated at 89.8 dBA at 1 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

How much does the John Deere 6068HF 285 weigh?

The John Deere 6068HF 285 has a dry weight of 608 kg (1340 lb).

What size fuel tank does the John Deere 6068HF 285 have?

The John Deere 6068HF 285 has a 13 liter (3 US gallon) fuel tank, giving about 10 hours of runtime.

What voltages is the John Deere 6068HF 285 available in?

The John Deere 6068HF 285 is offered in 480/277 V, 600/347 V, 240/120 V, 208/120 V, 415/240 V, 440/254 V, 3-phase.

What battery does the John Deere 6068HF 285 use?

The John Deere 6068HF 285 uses 1 battery, 12 V each, 800 CCA, group 12, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What alternator comes on the John Deere 6068HF 285?

The John Deere 6068HF 285 uses a Stamford/AvK UCI274G alternator. It has 2 poles. Insulation class H.

What oil filter does the John Deere 6068HF 285 use?

The John Deere 6068HF 285 uses oil filter part number GM32809.

What fuel filter fits the John Deere 6068HF 285?

The John Deere 6068HF 285 uses fuel filter part numbers GM50074, GM50006.

What air filter fits the John Deere 6068HF 285?

The John Deere 6068HF 285 uses air filter part numbers JOHN DEERE AR79680, JOHN DEERE 4S00686R.

Parts

20
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
352793Oil Filter1Oil filter Amazon
C04521Element, Oil FilterOil filter Amazon eBay NAPA $28.76
CO2775Element, Fuel Water SeparatorFuel filter Amazon eBay
CO2776Element, Fuel Filter PrimaryFuel filter Amazon eBay
G030077Air Cleaner Element (Engine) PrimaryAir filter Amazon eBay
G030078Air Cleaner Element (Engine) SecondaryAir filter Amazon eBay
G122208Clarke Eng Fluid - 5 galFluid Amazon eBay
G122209Clarke Eng Fluid -1 galFluid Amazon eBay
GM32809Oil filter1Oil filter Amazon Amazon Amazon Amazon eBay $26.25 NAPA $28.76
GM50006Fuel Filter1Fuel filter Amazon eBay $26.99 NAPA $44.17
GM50074Fuel Filter (primary)1Fuel filter Amazon eBay $70.33 NAPA $38.35
GM70424-1Fan Belt (12V)1Belt Amazon eBay
GM70424-2Fan Belt (24V)1Belt Amazon eBay
GM77161Oil Filter1Oil filter Amazon eBay
MOOOOO-20001QAuto START/STOP Engine Controller (ECU)1ECM / ECU Amazon eBay
G122191250 hour Maintenance Kit (without fluids)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
G122196250 hour Maintenance Kit (& engine fluids)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
G122201500 hour Maintenance Kit (without fluids)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
G122206500 hour Maintenance Kit (& Engine fluids)Service part / kit Amazon eBay
M2870400404Parts List No.Service part / kit Amazon

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime100%35.283.8
Standby100%38.085.0

Available documents

Engine spec — 6068HF285 B (John Deere)Engine spec — 6068HF285 C (John Deere)Engine spec — 6068HF285 D (John Deere)Engine spec — 6068HF285 E (John Deere)Engine spec — 6068HF285 F (John Deere)Engine spec — 6068HF285 G (John Deere)Engine spec — 6068HF285 H (John Deere)Engine spec — 6068HF285 I (John Deere)Engine spec — 6068HF285 J (John Deere)Engine spec — 6068HF285 K (John Deere)Engine spec — JohnDeereIdlc1253JUsersManual466148.316321540 (John Deere)Engine spec — dswt89-industrial-engine-selection-guide (John Deere)Spec sheet — EngineersGuidebook (MTU)Spec sheet — EngineersGuidebookUpdate102017 (MTU)Spec sheet — HRJW175T6-ER10 (marind.ca)Spec sheet — MTU-Engineers-Guidebook-2014 (MTU)Spec sheet — MTU-Onsite-Energy-Engineers-Guidebook (MTU)Spec sheet — MTU6R0113DS150 135kW Prime (MTU)Operator's manual — Tier3 pamphlet dswt18[1] (John Deere)Operator's manual — oem engine 4045 and 6068 om37407 (John Deere)Reference — Engineers Guidebook 2019-05 (John Deere)Reference — HJW155T6 (Hipower)Reference — SB 1 (Hipower)Reference — dswt155-gen-drive-tier3-stage3a-brochure (John Deere)Owner's manual — tp6453 (John Deere)Parts manual — GSJD30150S-UL-208 (John Deere)Parts manual — MP6439 (Detroit Diesel)Parts manual — tp6291 (John Deere)Parts manual — tp6790 (Cummins/Onan)Service manual — 23227143 Service Manual 6-09 Rev B (Doosan)Service manual — Engineers Guidebook (MTU)Service manual — tp5854 (John Deere)Service manual — tp6439 (Kohler)

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Full service, cheapest listings

Priced items from this model's own parts manual.

Fuel filter (primary) GM50074$38.35
Fuel filter (secondary) GM50006$26.99
Oil filter GM32809$26.25
3 priced items$91.59