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John Deere MLG8K Generator Set

The John Deere MLG8K is a 9 kW (9 kVA) Natural standby generator set powered by a Kubota D1105-E3BG engine. It is available at 120/240 V, single-phase, 60 Hz and rated 37 A. It holds about 5.1 L (1.3 gal) of oil and 4.5 L (1.2 gal) of coolant. Starting uses 1 battery rated 440 CCA at 12 V. The set measures 1676×1727×1422 mm (66.0×68.0×56.0 in), weighs about 467 kg (1030 lb) and produces 70 dBA at 7 m. An integrated tank holds 114 L (30.1 gal), roughly 43 hours of runtime. The same D1105-E3BG engine also powers generator sets from Generac and Magnum.

9 kW
Standby
1.12 L
Displacement
5.1 L
Oil capacity
1
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Service parts for the MLG8K

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

Air intake

1 required
16444Air filter$14.99eBay

Fuel system

1 required
16686Fuel filtersee priceeBay

Oil system

1 required

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Specifications

FuelNatural
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power9 kW
Standby kVA9
Prime power8.1 kW
EmissionsTier 4
Oil capacity5.1 L
AlternatorMarathon Brushless/F
Voltage options120/240 V
Phase1
Rated current37 A
Power factor1.0
Battery cranking440 CCA
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity1
Dimensions (L×W×H)1676×1727×1422 mm
Dry weight467 kg
Wet weight567 kg
Sound level70.0 dBA @ 7 m
Fuel tank114.0 L
Tank runtime43 hr

Engine

Kubota D1105-E3BG
Oil capacity5.1 L
Coolant capacity4.5 L
Displacement1.12 L
AspirationLiquid Cooled Diesel
Rated speed1800 rpm

Filters for the Kubota D1105-E3BG

4

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 filterP550162Lube Filter, Spin-On Full FlowKUBOTA 1524132040, KUBOTA 1542132090, NAPA 1301, NAPA 1334 FridayParts $10.50
Oil filterP502051Lube Filter, Spin-On Full FlowKUBOTA 1627132090, KUBOTA 1627132092, NAPA 1334, NAPA 1344 buy
Fuel filterP550012Fuel Filter, In-LineKUBOTA 1258143010, KUBOTA 1258143011, BALDWIN BF840-K1, RENAULT VI 0005490862 KuduParts $13.00 FridayParts $15.50
Fuel filterP550127Fuel Filter, Spin-OnKUBOTA 1522143170, KUBOTA 1522143171, NAPA 3390, WALGAHN-MOTORENTECHN 00811936 KuduParts $16.00

Same engine, other brands

2 brands

The Kubota D1105-E3BG in this set also powers 7 generator sets sold under 2 other brands. Service parts and maintenance intervals for the engine are shared; enclosure, alternator, controller and ratings are not.

BrandModels
MagnumMLG8K, MLT 4080, MLT3080, MLT3080KV, MLT4080
GeneracMLG8K, MLT4080

Maintenance & consumables

for the Kubota D1105-E3BG
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterDry type cartridge16444 eBay $14.99
Fuel filterReplaceable element16686500 hr eBay
Oil filterSpin-on type16691250 hr eBay
Battery—
Belt—
Coolant—
OilChange the engine oil and oil filter after the initial 50 hours of operation, then at the appropriate interval thereafter.—50 hr
Spark plug—

Common questions

How many kW is the John Deere MLG8K?

The John Deere MLG8K is rated 9 kW standby (9.0 kVA).

Which engine powers the John Deere MLG8K?

The John Deere MLG8K is powered by the Kubota D1105-E3BG engine.

What fuel does the John Deere MLG8K use?

The John Deere MLG8K runs on Natural.

What is the oil capacity of the John Deere MLG8K?

The Kubota D1105-E3BG engine in the John Deere MLG8K has an oil capacity of 5.1 liters.

What is the coolant capacity of the John Deere MLG8K?

The John Deere MLG8K cooling system holds 4.5 liters (1.2 US gallons) for the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the continuous rating of the John Deere MLG8K?

The John Deere MLG8K is rated 8.1 kW prime (8 kVA), against 9 kW standby.

How loud is the John Deere MLG8K?

The John Deere MLG8K is rated at 70.0 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the dry weight of the John Deere MLG8K?

The John Deere MLG8K has a dry weight of 467 kg (1029 lb).

What size fuel tank does the John Deere MLG8K have?

The John Deere MLG8K has a 114 liter (30 US gallon) fuel tank, giving about 43 hours of runtime.

What voltage does the John Deere MLG8K produce?

The John Deere MLG8K is offered in 120/240 V, 1-phase.

How many cold cranking amps does the John Deere MLG8K require?

The John Deere MLG8K uses 1 battery, 12 V each, 440 CCA, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What alternator comes on the John Deere MLG8K?

The John Deere MLG8K uses a Marathon Brushless/F alternator.

What oil filter fits the John Deere MLG8K?

The John Deere MLG8K uses oil filter part number 16691.

What fuel filter fits the John Deere MLG8K?

The John Deere MLG8K uses fuel filter part number 16686.

Which air filter part number does the John Deere MLG8K take?

The John Deere MLG8K uses air filter part number 16444.

Available documents

Reference — MMG330 Brochure (John Deere)

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Priced items from this model's own parts manual.

Air filter 16444$14.99
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