4000 Series 4006-23TAG2A Diesel Engine ElectropaK

695 kWm @ 1500 rpm

The Perkins 4000 Series is a family of 6, 8, 12 and 16 cylinder diesel

engines, designed to address todays uncompromising demands within the
power generation industry with particular aim at the standby market sector.
Developed from a proven engine range that offers superior performance and
reliability.

The 4006-23TAG2A is a turbocharged and air-to-air charge cooled, 6 cylinder

diesel engine offered with either temperate or tropical cooling. Its premium
features and design provide economic and durable operation as well as an
exceptional power to weight ratio, excellent load acceptance and improved
gaseous emissions, plus the overall performance and reliability characteristics
essential to the power generation market.

Specification
Number of cylinders 6 vertical in-line
Bore and stroke 160 x 190 mm 6.3 x 7.5 in
Displacement 22.921 litres 1397 in3
Aspiration Turbocharged and air-to-air charge cooled
Cycle 4 stroke
Combustion system Direct injection
Compression ratio 13.6:1
Rotation Anti-clockwise, viewed on flywheel
Total lubricating capacity 113.4 litres 29.5 US gal
Cooling system Water-cooled
Total coolant capacity 105 litres 27.7 US gal

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Photographs are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect final specification.
All information in this document is substantially correct at time of printing and may be altered subsequently.
Final weight and dimensions will depend on completed specification.

Publication No. PN1738A/12/14 Produced in England 2014 Perkins Engines Company Limited
4000 Series 4006-23TAG2A Diesel Engine ElectropaK
695 kWm @ 1500 rpm

Features and benefits

Economic power
l Individual 4 valve cylinder heads giving optimised gas flows
l Unit fuel injectors ensure ultra fine fuel atomisation and hence controlled rapid combustion
l Commonality of components with other engines in the 4000 Series family for reduced stocking levels

Reliable power
l Developed and tested using the latest engineering techniques
l Piston temperatures controlled by an advanced gallery jet cooling system

l Tolerant of a wide range of temperature without derate

Compact, clean and efficient power

l Exceptional power to weight ratio and compact size give optimum power density for easier transportation and
installation
l Designed to provide excellent service access for ease of maintenance

l Engines to comply with major international standards

l Low gaseous emissions that will satisfy the requirements of TA Luft (1986)

Product support
l Perkins actively pursues product support excellence by ensuring our distribution network invest in their territory
strengthening relationships and providing more value to you, our customer
l Through an experienced global network of distributors and dealers, fully trained engine experts deliver total
service support around the clock, 365 days a year. They have a comprehensive suite of web based tools at their
disposal covering technical information, parts identification and ordering systems, all dedicated to maximising the
productivity of your engine
l Throughout the entire life of a Perkins engine, we provide access to genuine OE specification parts and service. We
give 100% reassurance that you receive the very best in terms of quality for lowest possible cost .. wherever your
Perkins powered machine is operating in the world

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Photographs are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect final specification.
All information in this document is substantially correct at time of printing and may be altered subsequently.
Final weight and dimensions will depend on completed specification.

Publication No. PN1738A/12/14 Produced in England 2014 Perkins Engines Company Limited
4000 Series 4006-23TAG2A Diesel Engine ElectropaK
695 kWm @ 1500 rpm

Technical information

Air inlet
l Mounted air filter

Fuel system
l Direct fuel injection system, fuel lift pump
l Fuel cooler

Governing
l Heinzmann digital governor governing to ISO 8528-5 ClassG2

Lubrication system
l Wet sump with filler and dipstick
l Lubrication oil filters

l Oil cooler with separate filter header

Cooling system
l Twin thermostats, water pump
l System designed for ambients up to 35C or 50C

l Radiator supplied loose incorporating air-to-air charge cooler

Electrical equipment
l 24 volt starter motor, 24 volt 70 amp battery charging alternator with integral voltage regulator and activating switch
l High coolant temperature switch
l Low oil pressure switch

Flywheel and housing

l SAE J620 size 18 flywheel
l SAE 0 flywheel housing

Literature
l Users Handbook and Parts Manual

Optional equipment
l Heavy-duty air cleaners paper element with pre-cleaner
l Changeover lubrication oil filter
l Changeover fuel filter
l Immersion heater with thermostat
l Additional manuals
l 4 metre wiring harness
l Tropical or temperate radiator kit
l Temperate fan

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Photographs are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect final specification.
All information in this document is substantially correct at time of printing and may be altered subsequently.
Final weight and dimensions will depend on completed specification.

Publication No. PN1738A/12/14 Produced in England 2014 Perkins Engines Company Limited
4000 Series 4006-23TAG2A Diesel Engine ElectropaK
695 kWm @ 1500 rpm

3027 mm 1706 mm

1964 mm

2414 mm

Engine package weights and dimensions

Length 3027 mm 119 in
Width 1706 mm 67 in
Height 1964 mm 77 in
Weight (dry) 2524 kg 5564 lb

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Photographs are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect final specification.
All information in this document is substantially correct at time of printing and may be altered subsequently.
Final weight and dimensions will depend on completed specification.

Publication No. PN1738A/12/14 Produced in England 2014 Perkins Engines Company Limited
4000 Series 4006-23TAG2A Diesel Engine ElectropaK
695 kWm @ 1500 rpm

Typical generator Engine power

Speed output (Net)
Type of operation Gross Net
rpm
kVA kWe kWm hp kWm hp
Continuous baseload 600 480 531 712 505 677
1500 Prime power 750 600 658 882 632 847
Standby (maximum) 825 660 721 967 695 932
The above ratings represent the engine performance capabilities to conditions specified in ISO 8528/1, ISO 3046/1:1986, BS 5514/1. Derating may
be required for conditions outside these; consult Perkins Engines Company Limited.
Generator powers are typical and are based on an average alternator efficiency and a power factor (cos. ) of 0.8. Fuel specification: BS 2869:
Part2 1998 Class A2 or ASTM D975 D2. Lubricating oil: 15W40 to API CG4.
Rating definitions
Baseload power: Power available for continuous full load operation. No overload is permitted on baseload power. Prime power: Power available at
variable load with a load factor not exceeding 80% of the prime power rating. There is no overload permitted on baseload power. Standbypower:
Power available in the event of a main power network failure up to a maximum of 500 hours per year of which up to 300 hours may be run
continuously. Load factor may be up to 100% of standby power. No overload is permitted.

Fuel consumption at 1500 rpm Fuel consumption at 1500 rpm

Percent of prime power
g/kWh l/hr
Standby power 210 173
Prime power 209 157
Baseload power 210 127
75% 211 121
50% 213 83

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Photographs are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect final specification.
All information in this document is substantially correct at time of printing and may be altered subsequently.
Final weight and dimensions will depend on completed specification.

Publication No. PN1738A/12/14 Produced in England 2014 Perkins Engines Company Limited