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Perkins 4012TAG1A Generator Set

The Perkins 4012TAG1A is a 1200 kW (1500 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Perkins 4012TAG1A engine. It operates at 50 Hz. It holds about 177.6 L (46.9 gal) of oil and 235 L (62.1 gal) of coolant. The set measures 3900×2245×2749 mm (153.5×88.4×108.2 in) and weighs about 5760 kg (12699 lb).

1200 kW
Standby
45.842 L
Displacement
177.6 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power1200 kW
Standby kVA1500
Prime power1091 kW
Oil capacity177.6 L
Dimensions (L×W×H)3900×2245×2749 mm
Dry weight5760 kg

Engine

Perkins 4012TAG1A
Oil capacity177.6 L
Coolant capacity235.0 L
Displacement45.842 L
AspirationTurbocharged and 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

How many kW is the Perkins 4012TAG1A?

The Perkins 4012TAG1A is rated 1200 kW standby (1500.0 kVA).

What engine does the Perkins 4012TAG1A use?

The Perkins 4012TAG1A is powered by the Perkins 4012TAG1A engine.

What kind of fuel does the Perkins 4012TAG1A run on?

The Perkins 4012TAG1A runs on Diesel.

How much oil does the Perkins 4012TAG1A take?

The Perkins 4012TAG1A engine in the Perkins 4012TAG1A has an oil capacity of 177.6 liters.

Available documents

Engine spec — 4012TAG1-1A (Perkins)Engine spec — perkins (Perkins)