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SDMO G50 Generator Set

The SDMO G50 is a 45 kW (48 kVA) Natural Gas / LP Gas standby generator set powered by a General Motors Industrial Powertrain Vortec 5.0 L engine. It is available at 120/208 V, 127/220 V, 120/240 V, 139/240 V, 220/380 V, 277/480 V and 347/600 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 173 A. It holds about 4.7 L (1.2 gal) of oil and 4.7 L (1.2 gal) of coolant. Starting uses 1 group-1 battery rated 630 CCA at 12 V. The same Industrial Powertrain Vortec 5.0 L engine also powers generator sets from Kohler.

45 kW
Standby
5.0 L
Displacement
4.7 L
Oil capacity
1
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Service parts for the G50

Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.

Oil system

1 required

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Specifications

FuelNatural Gas / LP Gas
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power45 kW
Standby kVA48
Prime power44 kW
Controlleravailable for all applications
Oil capacity4.7 L
Alternator4P8
Voltage options120/208 V, 127/220 V, 120/240 V, 139/240 V, 220/380 V, 277/480 V, 347/600 V
Phase3
Rated current173 A
Power factor0.8
Circuit breaker200 A
Battery group1
Battery cranking630 CCA
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity1
Coolant capacity4.7 L

Engine

General Motors Industrial Powertrain Vortec 5.0 L
Oil capacity4.7 L
Coolant capacity17.0 L
Displacement5.0 L
Aspirationnatural
Rated speed1800 rpm

Same engine, other brands

1 brand

The General Motors Industrial Powertrain Vortec 5.0 L in this set also powers 5 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
Kohler48RCL, 48RCL-LPG, 48RCL-NG, 50REZG, 50RZG

Maintenance & consumables

for the General Motors Industrial Powertrain Vortec 5.0 L
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Oil filterCartridgeGM16703 Amazon eBay $58.00 NAPA $3.59
Coolant20.8 L—
Oil6.2 L—

Common questions

How many kW is the SDMO G50?

The SDMO G50 is rated 45 kW standby (48.0 kVA).

What engine is in the SDMO G50?

The SDMO G50 is powered by the General Motors Industrial Powertrain Vortec 5.0 L engine.

What fuel type does the SDMO G50 take?

The SDMO G50 runs on Natural Gas / LP Gas.

What's the oil capacity on a SDMO G50?

The General Motors Industrial Powertrain Vortec 5.0 L engine in the SDMO G50 has an oil capacity of 4.7 liters.

What is the coolant capacity of the SDMO G50?

The SDMO G50 cooling system holds 4.7 liters (1.2 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the continuous rating of the SDMO G50?

The SDMO G50 is rated 44 kW prime (44 kVA), against 45 kW standby.

What voltage does the SDMO G50 produce?

The SDMO G50 is offered in 120/208 V, 127/220 V, 120/240 V, 139/240 V, 220/380 V, 277/480 V, 3-phase.

How many cold cranking amps does the SDMO G50 require?

The SDMO G50 uses 1 battery, 12 V each, 630 CCA, group 1, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

Which alternator is fitted to the SDMO G50?

The SDMO G50 uses a 4P8 alternator.

What oil filter does the SDMO G50 use?

The SDMO G50 uses oil filter part number GM16703.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
A--273699Air Cleaner Element1Air filter Amazon Amazon eBay eBay
A-253104Air cleaner assembly1Air filter Amazon Amazon eBay eBay
GM103656Hose, coolant SAE J20R2--DI 5/8 in. ID1Hose eBay $23.00
GM16132Belt, fan standard1Belt Amazon eBay $86.00
GM16133Gasket, intake manifold1Gasket eBay
GM16140Cap, Bypass 5/8” (includes cap, connector, hose, clamps)1Hose eBay
GM16180Alternator, 70 amp1Alternator eBay
GM16199Gasket, manifold exhaust2Gasket eBay
GM16202Gasket, intake manifold1Gasket eBay
GM16348Gasket, valve rocker arm cover2Gasket eBay
GM16362Gasket, oil pan1Gasket eBay
GM16385Seal, intake valve stem oil6Seal Amazon eBay
GM16474Seal, crankshaft rear oil1Seal eBay
GM16482Pump, oil (.742 dia. Tube)1Pump Amazon eBay
GM16483Gasket, water pump cover1Gasket Amazon eBay
GM16496Seal, exh vlv stem Oil6Seal Amazon eBay
GM16536Gasket, thermostat cover1Gasket Amazon eBay
GM16582Gasket, water pump1Gasket Amazon eBay
GM16703Filter, oil1Oil filter Amazon eBay $58.00 NAPA $3.59
GM22171Spark plug8Spark plug Amazon eBay
GM38981Gasket, crankshaft rear oil seal housing1Gasket eBay
GM39227Sensor, 1 bar TMAP1Sensor eBay
GM39601Sensor, coolant1Sensor eBay
GM42579Hose, fuel 3/8 in. 14.5 in.1Hose eBay
GM60238Gasket, Man Adapter Venturi1Gasket Amazon eBay
GM69504O-ring1Seal eBay
GM72292Sensor, O21Sensor Amazon eBay
GM72303Sender, oil pressure1Sender Amazon eBay
GM75023Seal, crankshaft pos. sensor1Seal Amazon eBay
GM75083Sensor, crishf posn1Sensor eBay
GM75088Seal, oil pan drn plug(o ring)1Seal eBay
GM75100Gasket, cyl hd1Gasket eBay
GM75133Hose, WP to Int Man1Hose eBay
GM75159Wires, Spark Plug1Spark plug eBay
GM75222Pump kit, wat, (incls plug, seal, cover, gasket)1Pump eBay
GM79552RadiatorRadiator Amazon eBay
GM79585-SThermostat, Service Kit (includes gasket)1Thermostat Amazon eBay eBay
GM85017Belt, Alt1Belt Amazon eBay $52.00
GM90538Camshaft Position Sensor1Sensor Amazon eBay $154.89
GM90969-KP1-QS3" Concrete Mounting Pad (only comes in quantities of 5)Physical Amazon eBay
GM90969-KP2-QS4" Concrete Mounting Pad (only comes in quantities of 5)Physical Amazon eBay
GM92228-KP1-QS3" Concrete Mounting Pad (only comes in quantities of 5)Physical Amazon eBay
GM92228-KP2-QS4" Concrete Mounting Pad (only comes in quantities of 5)Physical Amazon eBay
X-312-47Hose (0.63 in. ID x 36 in.)1Hose eBay
X-391-19Connector, 90 degrees (5/8 in. ID hose)1Hose eBay $30.00
X-582-1Connector, hose1Hose Amazon eBay $22.00
X-6014-137Hose, Radiator Wire Insert, 3 in. ID1Hose Amazon eBay
352945Block heater (kit GM78529-KP1-QS)1Service part / kit eBay FridayParts $69.99
352946Block heater (kit GM78529-KP2)1Service part / kit eBay
GM16159Valve, PCV1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
GM17809Shield, heat (32 mm ID x 152 mm)1Service part / kit eBay $9.00
GM23718Shield, heat (32 mm ID x 455 mm)1Service part / kit eBay
GM29586Valve, throttle, 60 mm1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
GM62348-SKP1-QSMaintenance Kit1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
GM69494EPR assembly (5.0 L)1Service part / kit eBay
GM69500Mixer1Service part / kit eBay
GM72585EPR assembly (5.0 L, dual fuel)1Service part / kit eBay
GM75155Distributor HVS (includes item 10)1Service part / kit eBay
GM75164Coil, Ignition1Service part / kit eBay
GM83718Maintenance Service Kit1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
GM83718-SKP1-QSMaintenance Kit1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
GM86771-SKP1-QSMaintenance Kit1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
GM89979-SKP1-QSMaintenance Kit1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
GM93396-SKP1-QSMaintenance Kit1Service part / kit Amazon eBay

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Available documents

Parts manual — G50U (SDMO)

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Full service, cheapest listings

Priced items from this model's own parts manual.

Oil filter GM16703$3.59
1 priced item$3.59