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Perkins 4008TAG Generator Set

The Perkins 4008TAG is a 748 kW (935 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Perkins 4008TAG engine. It operates at 50 Hz. It holds about 165.6 L (43.7 gal) of oil and 162 L (42.8 gal) of coolant. The set measures 3780×1630×2193 mm (148.8×64.2×86.3 in) and weighs about 3730 kg (8223 lb).

748 kW
Standby
30.561 L
Displacement
165.6 L
Oil capacity
4
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power748 kW
Standby kVA935
Prime power680 kW
Oil capacity165.6 L
Power factor0.6
Dimensions (L×W×H)3780×1630×2193 mm
Dry weight3730 kg

Engine

Perkins 4008TAG
Oil capacity165.6 L
Coolant capacity162.0 L
Displacement30.561 L
AspirationTurbocharged air to air charge cooled
Rated speed1500 rpm

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 oilmulti-grade oilAPI-CH4/CI41106D-E66TAG
Engine oilsingle or multigrade oilACEA E1 E2 or CD/SD1000 Series
FuelBS 2869 Part 2 1998 Class A2 or ASTM D975 D21000/1300 Series

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 is the power rating of the Perkins 4008TAG?

The Perkins 4008TAG is rated 748 kW standby (935.0 kVA).

What engine is in the Perkins 4008TAG?

The Perkins 4008TAG is powered by the Perkins 4008TAG engine.

What kind of fuel does the Perkins 4008TAG run on?

The Perkins 4008TAG runs on Diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the Perkins 4008TAG?

The Perkins 4008TAG engine in the Perkins 4008TAG has an oil capacity of 165.6 liters.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
C1-C3Starter Motor CAV Type S130 and S152LStarter Amazon eBay
C4-C5Starter Motor Prestolite Type MS1/41 and MS7/3Starter Amazon eBay
C6-C8Starter Motor (Air) Ingersoll-Rand Type SS350Starter Amazon eBay
E1-E3Water Pump (Raw)Pump Amazon eBay
J1-J4TurbochargersTurbocharger Amazon eBay
V1-V3Alternator (Battery Charging)Alternator Amazon eBay
12-73Piston Cooling JetsService part / kit Amazon eBay
B1-B3Air Shut Off ValveService part / kit Amazon eBay
S1-S8Pistons and Connecting RodsService 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.

Available documents

Engine spec — 4008TAG Electro unit PN2174 (Perkins)Engine spec — 4008TAG ElectroUnit PN2174 (Perkins)Engine spec — PN2174 - 4008-TAG (Perkins)Engine spec — Perkins Engines Guide www.engine.od.ua (Perkins)Engine spec — perkins (Perkins)Spec sheet — GenSet Power Selector Unregulated PN3012 (Perkins)Reference — GenSet Selector Unregulated Iss2 PN1542 Jan10 (Perkins)Reference — Generating A Better Future (pn1398-02-05) (Perkins)Service manual — PERKINS34 (Perkins)