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SDMO J30 Generator Set

The SDMO J30 is a 28 kW (35 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a John Deere 3029DF120 engine. It is available at 480/277 V, 440/254 V, 240/120 V, 230/115 V, 220/127 V and 208/120 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 42 A. It holds about 6 L (1.6 gal) of oil and 16.1 L (4.3 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 105 °C. Starting uses 1 group-12 battery at 12 V. The set measures 1700×896×1221 mm (66.9×35.3×48.1 in), weighs about 740 kg (1631 lb) and produces 73 dBA at 7 m. An integrated tank holds 108 L (28.5 gal). The same 3029DF120 engine also powers generator sets from AKSA.

28 kW
Standby
2.9 L
Displacement
6.0 L
Oil capacity
2
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Service parts for the J30

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

Fuel system

1 required

Oil system

1 required

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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power28 kW
Standby kVA35
Prime power25 kW
ControllerMicroprocessor
Oil capacity6.0 L
AlternatorMecc Alte ECO28VL (4-pole, Class H insulation)
Voltage options480/277 V, 440/254 V, 240/120 V, 230/115 V, 220/127 V, 208/120 V
Phase3
Rated current42 A
Power factor0.8
Circuit breaker42 A
Battery group12 V
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity1
Coolant capacity16.1 L
Max ambient105 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)1700×896×1221 mm
Dry weight740 kg
Sound level73.0 dBA @ 7 m
Fuel tank108.0 L

Engine

John Deere 3029DF120
Oil capacity6.0 L
Coolant capacity5.3 L
Displacement2.9 L
AspirationAthmo
Rated speed1800 rpm

Filters for the John Deere 3029DF120

3

Engine-mounted filters the filter manufacturers list for this engine family. These come from the engine, not from this generator set’s own parts list, so confirm against your serial number before ordering.

SystemFilterDescriptionCross-references
Oil filterP550020Lube Filter, Spin-On Full FlowJOHN DEERE AR58956, JOHN DEERE AT19044T, NAPA 1243, RENAULT VI 0003132302 KuduParts $23.00 FridayParts $25.67
Fuel filterP551130Fuel Filter, BoxJOHN DEERE AR50041, JOHN DEERE R16951, NAPA 3370, BALDWIN BF909 KuduParts $37.00
Fuel / water separatorP551423Fuel Filter, Water Separator Spin-OnJOHN DEERE RE503254, JOHN DEERE RE50455, NAPA 3531, NAPA 600091 KuduParts $18.00 FridayParts $20.00

Same engine, other brands

1 brand

The John Deere 3029DF120 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.

BrandModels
AKSAAD22, AD27

Maintenance & consumables

for the John Deere 3029DF120
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterDry type air filter—
Fuel filterTotal fuel flow330560552 Amazon eBay $17.99 PartsGeek $11.97 NAPA $36.94
Oil filterTotal oil capacity w/filtersFHU554 Amazon eBay $15.95
Battery12 V battery—
BeltFan power—300 hr
CoolantGencool16.1 L—
Oil6.0 L—
Spark plugCharge alternator 12 V—

Compatible filters for the John Deere 3029DF120 — cross-referenced via Donaldson. Options to verify against your serial number, not confirmed for this exact unit.

  • Air filter: Sdmo 330560087 Sdmo 330560064 Sdmo 330570162 Sdmo 802290300112 John Deere AP3330

Common questions

What size generator is the SDMO J30?

The SDMO J30 is rated 28 kW standby (35.0 kVA).

Which engine powers the SDMO J30?

The SDMO J30 is powered by the John Deere 3029DF120 engine.

What fuel does the SDMO J30 use?

The SDMO J30 runs on Diesel.

How much oil does the SDMO J30 take?

The John Deere 3029DF120 engine in the SDMO J30 has an oil capacity of 6.0 liters.

What is the coolant capacity of the SDMO J30?

The SDMO J30 cooling system holds 16.1 liters (4.3 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the prime power rating of the SDMO J30?

The SDMO J30 is rated 25 kW prime (32 kVA), against 28 kW standby.

How loud is the SDMO J30?

The SDMO J30 is rated at 73.0 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the dry weight of the SDMO J30?

The SDMO J30 has a dry weight of 740 kg (1631 lb).

What size fuel tank does the SDMO J30 have?

The SDMO J30 has a 108 liter (29 US gallon) fuel tank.

What voltages is the SDMO J30 available in?

The SDMO J30 is offered in 480/277 V, 440/254 V, 240/120 V, 230/115 V, 220/127 V, 208/120 V, 3-phase.

What battery does the SDMO J30 use?

The SDMO J30 uses 1 battery, 12 V each, group 12 V, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What alternator comes on the SDMO J30?

The SDMO J30 uses a Mecc Alte ECO28VL alternator. It has 4 poles. Insulation class H.

What oil filter does the SDMO J30 use?

The SDMO J30 uses oil filter part number FHU554.

What fuel filter fits the SDMO J30?

The SDMO J30 uses fuel filter part number 330560552.

What air filter does the SDMO J30 use?

The SDMO J30 uses air filter part numbers SDMO 330560087, SDMO 330560064.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime100%4.51.2
Standby100%9.02.4

Available documents

Spec sheet — J30U (SDMO)Parts manual — PPR-IN-DO-US-01 (SDMO)

This page was generated from the 2 manufacturer documents above by automated extraction; every figure shown is copied from one of them. How the data is compiled.

Full service, cheapest listings

Priced items from this model's own parts manual.

Fuel filter 330560552$11.97
Oil filter FHU554$15.95
2 priced items$27.92