Specifications
| Fuel | Diesel |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 50.0 Hz |
| Standby power | 15 kW |
| Standby kVA | 15 |
| Prime power | 11 kW |
| Emissions | G2 |
| Controller | GENA |
| Oil capacity | 6.0 L |
| Alternator | Marelli MXB-E 160 SA4 |
| Voltage options | 400/230 V |
| Phase | Three phase |
| Rated current | 140 A |
| Power factor | 0,8 |
| Circuit breaker | 140 A |
| Battery group | 12 V |
| Battery voltage | 12 V |
| Battery quantity | 1 |
| Coolant capacity | 6.0 L |
| Max ambient | N/A °C |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 1100×1900×1270 mm |
| Dry weight | 617 kg |
| Sound level | 70.0 dBA @ 7 m |
| Fuel tank | 473.0 L |
| Tank runtime | 140 hr |
Engine
| Oil capacity | 6.0 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 6.0 L |
| Displacement | 1.496 L |
| Aspiration | Naturally aspirated |
| Rated speed | 1500 rpm |
Same engine, other brands
1 brandThe Perkins 403A-15G1 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.
| Brand | Models |
|---|---|
| Caps | CP13S-TP1, CP14-TP1 |
Maintenance & consumables
for the Perkins 403A-15G1| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel filter | Split element fuel filter | — | |||
| Oil filter | — | 500 hr | |||
| Oil | 6.0 litres | — | 500 hr |
Common questions
What size generator is the Perkins FPE 15 M?
The Perkins FPE 15 M is rated 15 kW standby (15.0 kVA).
Which engine powers the Perkins FPE 15 M?
The Perkins FPE 15 M is powered by the Perkins 403A-15G1 engine.
What kind of fuel does the Perkins FPE 15 M run on?
The Perkins FPE 15 M runs on Diesel.
How much oil does the Perkins FPE 15 M take?
The Perkins 403A-15G1 engine in the Perkins FPE 15 M has an oil capacity of 6.0 liters.
What is the cooling system capacity of the Perkins FPE 15 M?
The Perkins FPE 15 M cooling system holds 6 liters (1.6 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
What is the continuous rating of the Perkins FPE 15 M?
The Perkins FPE 15 M is rated 11 kW prime (14 kVA), against 15 kW standby.
How loud is the Perkins FPE 15 M?
The Perkins FPE 15 M is rated at 70.0 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
What is the dry weight of the Perkins FPE 15 M?
The Perkins FPE 15 M has a dry weight of 617 kg (1360 lb).
What size fuel tank does the Perkins FPE 15 M have?
The Perkins FPE 15 M has a 473 liter (125 US gallon) fuel tank, giving about 140 hours of runtime.
What voltages is the Perkins FPE 15 M available in?
The Perkins FPE 15 M is offered in 400/230 V, Three phase-phase.
What battery does the Perkins FPE 15 M use?
The Perkins FPE 15 M uses 1 battery, 12 V each, group 12 V, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
Which alternator is fitted to the Perkins FPE 15 M?
The Perkins FPE 15 M uses a Marelli MXB-E 160 SA4 alternator.
Fuel consumption
| Rating | Load | L/h | gal/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime | 50% | 2.1 | 0.6 |
| Prime | 75% | 2.8 | 0.8 |
| Standby | 100% | 3.7 | 1.1 |