Ford
Ford WSG850
WSG
Ford Power Products WSG850 — 5 L V8 spark-ignition genset engine, naturally aspirated, bi-fuel natural gas / LPG. 59.3 kWm (79.5 hp) on natural gas, 65.3 kWm (87.6 hp) on LPG at 1800 rpm (SAE J1349 intermittent); 12:1 compression, EPA/CARB certified with 3-way catalyst.
- Prime Power · 60 Hz
- 66 kVA
- Electrical Output
- 53 kWe
- Cylinders
- V8
- Displacement
- 5 L
- Rated Speed
- 1,800 RPM
Power Ratings
kWm = mechanical shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = kWe ÷ 0.8 pf
60 Hz1800 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | 59.3 | 53 | 66.3 |
Ford WSG850 generator set context
The Ford WSG850 is listed here as a natural gas generator-drive engine for 60 Hz generator sets, with a headline 66 kVA / 53 kWe / prime rating. Use this page to compare the published engine output, electrical kWe/kVA ratings, emissions level, datasheet availability, and neighboring models before specifying an alternator, controller, enclosure, voltage, and compliance package.
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | Ford |
| Model | WSG850 |
| Series | WSG |
| Configuration | V8 |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Displacement | 5 L |
| Compression Ratio | 12:1 |
| Dry Weight | 205.5 kg |
| Fuel Type | Natural Gas |
| Ignition Type | Spark Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | U.S. EPA Stationary |
| Certifications | EPA, CARB, 3-way catalyst |
| Country of Origin | United States |
Frequently asked questions
What is the power output of the Ford WSG850?
The Ford WSG850 is rated at 66 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
Does the WSG850 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?
The Ford WSG850 is rated for 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
What fuel does the Ford WSG850 use?
The Ford WSG850 is a Natural Gas generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the WSG850?
The Ford WSG850 is a V8 (8-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 5 L.
What emissions standard does the WSG850 meet?
The Ford WSG850 is certified to U.S. EPA Stationary emissions standards.
Is the Ford WSG850 still in production?
Yes — the Ford WSG850 is a current production model.
Is a datasheet available for the WSG850?
Yes — an official Ford datasheet for the Ford WSG850 can be downloaded from this page.
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Downloads
Reference
- Canonical page
- /engines/ford-wsg850
- Last database update
- 2026-06-29
- Manufacturer files
- 1 datasheet linked
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