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Perkins 4016TWG2 Generator Set

The Perkins 4016TWG2 is a 1488 kW (1861 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Perkins 4016TWG2 engine. It operates at 50 Hz. It holds about 237.2 L (62.7 gal) of oil and 295 L (77.9 gal) of coolant. The set measures 4510×2775×3149 mm (177.6×109.3×124.0 in) and weighs about 8240 kg (18166 lb). The same 4016TWG2 engine also powers generator sets from FG Wilson.

1488 kW
Standby
61.123 L
Displacement
237.2 L
Oil capacity
3
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power1488 kW
Standby kVA1861
Prime power1350 kW
Oil capacity237.2 L
Dimensions (L×W×H)4510×2775×3149 mm
Dry weight8240 kg

Engine

Perkins 4016TWG2
Oil capacity237.2 L
Coolant capacity295.0 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 4016TWG2?

The Perkins 4016TWG2 is rated 1488 kW standby (1861.0 kVA).

Which engine powers the Perkins 4016TWG2?

The Perkins 4016TWG2 is powered by the Perkins 4016TWG2 engine.

What kind of fuel does the Perkins 4016TWG2 run on?

The Perkins 4016TWG2 runs on Diesel.

What's the oil capacity on a Perkins 4016TWG2?

The Perkins 4016TWG2 engine in the Perkins 4016TWG2 has an oil capacity of 237.2 liters.

Available documents

Engine spec — 4016TWG2 spec (Perkins)Engine spec — perkins (Perkins)Reference — Generating A Better Future (pn1398-02-05) (Perkins)Owner's manual — TSL4186S (Perkins)
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