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Perkins 4012TAG2A Generator Set

The Perkins 4012TAG2A is a 1325 kW (1656 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Perkins 4012TAG2A 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 5800 kg (12787 lb). The same 4012TAG2A engine also powers generator sets from FG Wilson.

1325 kW
Standby
45.842 L
Displacement
177.6 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power1325 kW
Standby kVA1656
Prime power1204 kW
Oil capacity177.6 L
Dimensions (L×W×H)3900×2245×2749 mm
Dry weight5800 kg

Engine

Perkins 4012TAG2A
Oil capacity177.6 L
Coolant capacity235.0 L
Displacement45.842 L
AspirationTurbocharged and air to air charge cooled
Rated speed1500 rpm

Same engine, other brands

1 brand

The Perkins 4012TAG2A in this set also powers 2 generator sets sold under 1 other brand. Service parts and maintenance intervals for the engine are shared; enclosure, alternator, controller and ratings are not.

BrandModels
FG WilsonP1500, P1650E

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 4012TAG2A?

The Perkins 4012TAG2A is rated 1325 kW standby (1656.0 kVA).

Which engine powers the Perkins 4012TAG2A?

The Perkins 4012TAG2A is powered by the Perkins 4012TAG2A engine.

Is the Perkins 4012TAG2A diesel or gas?

The Perkins 4012TAG2A runs on Diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the Perkins 4012TAG2A?

The Perkins 4012TAG2A engine in the Perkins 4012TAG2A has an oil capacity of 177.6 liters.

What is the coolant capacity of the Perkins 4012TAG2A?

The Perkins 4012TAG2A cooling system holds 235 liters (62.1 US gallons) for the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the prime power rating of the Perkins 4012TAG2A?

The Perkins 4012TAG2A is rated 1204 kW prime (1505 kVA), against 1325 kW standby.

How much does the Perkins 4012TAG2A weigh?

The Perkins 4012TAG2A has a dry weight of 5800 kg (12786 lb).

Available documents

Engine spec — 4012TAG2-2A Electro Unit (pn2179) (Perkins)Engine spec — perkins (Perkins)Reference — Gen Set Power Selector (Perkins)

This page was generated from the 3 manufacturer documents above by automated extraction; every figure shown is copied from one of them. How the data is compiled.

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