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Perkins 1004TG1 Generator Set

The Perkins 1004TG1 is a 57.5 kW (71.5 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Perkins 1004TG1 engine. It operates at 50 Hz. It holds about 8.1 L (2.1 gal) of oil and 18.7 L (4.9 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 53 °C. The set measures 1166×665×981 mm (45.9×26.2×38.6 in) and weighs about 433 kg (955 lb).

57 kW
Standby
3.99 L
Displacement
8.1 L
Oil capacity
1
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Service parts for the 1004TG1

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

Oil system

1 required

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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power57 kW
Standby kVA71
Prime power52 kW
Oil capacity8.1 L
Power factor0.8
Coolant capacity18.7 L
Max ambient53 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)1166×665×981 mm
Dry weight433 kg
Wet weight458 kg

Engine

Perkins 1004TG1
Oil capacity8.1 L
Coolant capacity18.7 L
Displacement3.99 L
AspirationTurbocharged
Rated speed1500 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Perkins 1004TG1
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter
Fuel filter
Oil filterT74105021 Amazon $32.99 eBay $19.00
Belt

Service intervals

2
ItemActionHoursMonthsNotes
oil and filterChange450 hr1300 Series EDi - oil and filter changes at 450 hours reduce down time
service intervalOther500 hr1100C range - 500 hour service intervals

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

Recommended fluids

FluidGradeStandardAmbientCapacityNotes
Engine oilAPI CH4/ACEA E51100 Series (1103C/1104C)
Engine oil15W40ACEA E3 or API CG41300 Series EDi
Engine oilSingle or multigradeACEA E1 E2 or CD/SD8.1 litresTotal lubrication system capacity
Engine oilmulti-grade oilAPI-CH4/CI41106D-E66TAG
Engine oilsingle or multigrade oilACEA E1 E2 or CD/SD1000 Series
FuelBS2869 Part 2 1998 Class A2 or ASTM D975 D2

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 Perkins 1004TG1?

The Perkins 1004TG1 is rated 57 kW standby (71.5 kVA).

Which engine powers the Perkins 1004TG1?

The Perkins 1004TG1 is powered by the Perkins 1004TG1 engine.

What fuel does the Perkins 1004TG1 use?

The Perkins 1004TG1 runs on Diesel.

What's the oil capacity on a Perkins 1004TG1?

The Perkins 1004TG1 engine in the Perkins 1004TG1 has an oil capacity of 8.1 liters.

What oil filter fits the Perkins 1004TG1?

The Perkins 1004TG1 uses oil filter part number T74105021.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime14.53.2
Prime50%7.71.7
Prime75%10.92.4
Standby16.43.6

Available documents

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Oil filter T74105021$19.00
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