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Northern Lights M65T13 Generator Set

The Northern Lights M65T13 is a 65 kW Diesel standby generator set powered by a John Deere Powertech Tier III 4045 engine. It is available at 208/225 V, 3-phase and 60 Hz. It holds 14 L (3.7 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. Starting uses battery rated 1100 CCA at 12 V. The set measures 1949×965×962 mm (76.7×38.0×37.9 in) and weighs about 1222 kg (2694 lb).

65 kW
Standby
2
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power65 kW
Prime power65 kW
EmissionsTier III
ControllerIsochronous
Voltage options208/225 V
Phase3
Power factor0.8
Battery cranking1100 CCA
Battery voltage12 V
Coolant capacity14 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)1949×965×962 mm
Dry weight1177 kg

Maintenance & consumables

for the John Deere Powertech Tier III 4045
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterOM3-65 | 02/15 | 7250 hr
Fuel filterChange fuel filter every 250 hours or 6 months.250 hr
Oil filterChange oil and filter every 250 hours or 6 months.250 hr
BatteryInspect battery condition and replace as necessary. Replace every 500 hours or 12 months.500 hr
BeltInspect belts for wear and replace as necessary. Replace every 2000 hours or 24 months.2000 hr
CoolantChange coolant every 250 hours or 6 months.250 hr
OilChange oil and filter every 250 hours or 6 months.250 hr
Spark plugInspect spark plugs for wear and replace as necessary. Replace every 2000 hours or 24 months.2000 hr

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Northern Lights M65T13?

The Northern Lights M65T13 is rated 65 kW standby.

Which engine powers the Northern Lights M65T13?

The Northern Lights M65T13 is powered by the John Deere Powertech Tier III 4045 engine.

Is the Northern Lights M65T13 diesel or gas?

The Northern Lights M65T13 runs on Diesel.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
OM3-651Service part / kit Amazon eBay

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
Prime20.825.5
Prime100%20.85.5

Available documents

Spec sheet — B161 M65T13L (Northern Lights)Spec sheet — B161-M65T13L (Northern Lights)Spec sheet — M65 55T13SL (Northern Lights)Spec sheet — S136-M55 65T13SL-1 (Northern Lights)Spec sheet — S161 M65T13L spec sheet V1 (Northern Lights)Parts manual — P65-3 (Northern Lights)Parts manual — P65C-3 (Northern Lights)
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