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Perkins 4016TWG Generator Set

The Perkins 4016TWG is a 1249 kW (1561 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Perkins 4016TWG engine. It operates at 50 Hz. It holds about 237.2 L (62.7 gal) of oil and 225 L (59.4 gal) of coolant. The set measures 4390×1870×2444 mm (172.8×73.6×96.2 in) and weighs about 6815 kg (15024 lb).

1249 kW
Standby
61.123 L
Displacement
237.2 L
Oil capacity
2
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power1249 kW
Standby kVA1561
Prime power1135 kW
Oil capacity237.2 L
Dimensions (L×W×H)4390×1870×2444 mm
Dry weight6815 kg

Engine

Perkins 4016TWG
Oil capacity237.2 L
Coolant capacity225.0 L
Displacement61.123 L
AspirationTurbocharged air to water charge cooled
Rated speed1500 rpm

Filters & service parts

model family
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter
Fuel filter
Oil filter
Belt1.5 mm (1/16") deflection250 hr
Coolant50/50 mixture of Shell Safe Premium antifreeze and water
OilAPI CD or CCMC D4250 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
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 size generator is the Perkins 4016TWG?

The Perkins 4016TWG is rated 1249 kW standby (1561.0 kVA).

What engine is in the Perkins 4016TWG?

The Perkins 4016TWG is powered by the Perkins 4016TWG engine.

What fuel does the Perkins 4016TWG use?

The Perkins 4016TWG runs on Diesel.

How much oil does the Perkins 4016TWG take?

The Perkins 4016TWG engine in the Perkins 4016TWG has an oil capacity of 237.2 liters.

Available documents

Engine spec — 4016TWG spec (Perkins)Engine spec — perkins (Perkins)Owner's manual — TSL4186S (Perkins)