Specifications
| Fuel | Diesel |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 50.0 Hz |
| Standby power | 1121 kW |
| Standby kVA | 1401 |
| Prime power | 1019 kW |
| Oil capacity | 177.6 L |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 3815×1890×2306 mm |
| Dry weight | 5280 kg |
Engine
| Oil capacity | 177.6 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 200.0 L |
| Displacement | 45.842 L |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged air to air charge cooled |
| Rated speed | 1500 rpm |
Filters & service parts
model family| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | — | 250 hr | |||
| Fuel filter | — | 250 hr | |||
| Oil filter | — | 250 hr | |||
| Battery | — | 250 hr | |||
| Belt | 1.5 mm (1/16") deflection | — | 250 hr | ||
| Coolant | 50/50 mixture of Shell Safe Premium antifreeze and water | — | 250 hr | ||
| Coolant filter | — | ||||
| Hydraulic filter | — | ||||
| Oil | API CD or CCMC D4 | — | 250 hr | ||
| Spark plug | — | 250 hr |
Compiled from this model's family documentation — may include parts for closely-related variants. Confirm the exact part for your serial number.
Service intervals
2| Item | Action | Hours | Months | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| oil and filter | Change | 450 hr | 1300 Series EDi - oil and filter changes at 450 hours reduce down time | |
| service interval | Other | 500 hr | 1100C 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
| Fluid | Grade | Standard | Ambient | Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil | API CH4/ACEA E5 | 1100 Series (1103C/1104C) | |||
| Engine oil | 15W40 | ACEA E3 or API CG4 | 1300 Series EDi | ||
| Engine oil | multi-grade oil | API-CH4/CI4 | 1106D-E66TAG | ||
| Engine oil | single or multigrade oil | ACEA E1 E2 or CD/SD | 1000 Series | ||
| Fuel | BS 2869 Part 2 1998 Class A2 or ASTM D975 D2 | 1000/1300 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 size generator is the Perkins 4012TAG?
The Perkins 4012TAG is rated 1121 kW standby (1401.0 kVA).
What engine does the Perkins 4012TAG use?
The Perkins 4012TAG is powered by the Perkins 4012TAG engine.
Is the Perkins 4012TAG diesel or gas?
The Perkins 4012TAG runs on Diesel.
What's the oil capacity on a Perkins 4012TAG?
The Perkins 4012TAG engine in the Perkins 4012TAG has an oil capacity of 177.6 liters.
Parts
3| Part # | Description | Qty | System | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4012TAG | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay FridayParts $64.80 | ||
| 4012TAG1 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay $60.42 FridayParts $38.98 | ||
| 4012TAG2 | Service part / kit | Amazon eBay $927.40 FridayParts $25.41 |
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.