Perkins 903 — Specs, Engine, Parts & Maintenance

Name: Perkins 903 Generator Set
Brand: Perkins

Perkins 903 Generator Set

The Perkins 903 is a 28 kW (35 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Perkins 903-27 engine. It is available at 480/277 V, 208/120 V and 240 V, 3-phase and 60 Hz. It holds about 6.5 L (1.7 gal) of oil and 11 L (2.9 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 49 °C. The set measures 2430×1130×1570 mm (95.7×44.5×61.8 in), weighs about 1654 kg (3646 lb) and produces 67.3 dBA at 7 m. An integrated tank holds 215 L (56.8 gal).

28 kW

Standby

2.7 L

Displacement

6.5 L

Oil capacity

Document types

Specifications

Fuel	Diesel
Frequency	60.0 Hz
Standby power	28 kW
Standby kVA	35
Prime power	25 kW
Controller	Class A1
Oil capacity	6.5 L
Alternator	Caterpillar IC06
Voltage options	480/277 V, 208/120 V, 240 V
Phase	3 Phase
Power factor	0.8
Coolant capacity	11 L
Max ambient	49 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)	2430×1130×1570 mm
Dry weight	1654 kg
Sound level	67.3 dBA @ 7 m
Fuel tank	215.0 L

Engine

Perkins 903-27

Displacement	2.7 L
Aspiration	Natural
Rated speed	1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Perkins 903-27

Item	Spec	Capacity	Part #	Interval
Oil	API CF-4		—

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Perkins 903?

The Perkins 903 is rated 28 kW standby (35.0 kVA).

What engine does the Perkins 903 use?

The Perkins 903 is powered by the Perkins 903-27 engine.

What fuel does the Perkins 903 use?

The Perkins 903 runs on Diesel.

What alternator does the Perkins 903 use?

The Perkins 903 uses a Caterpillar IC06 alternator.

Available documents

Spec sheet — Gen Set Power Selector (Perkins)Spec sheet — Gen Set Power Selector Chart (Perkins)