Ford
Ford WSG873
WSG
Ford Power Products WSG873 — 7.3 L V8 spark-ignition genset engine, naturally aspirated, bi-fuel natural gas / LPG. 90.2 kWm (120.9 hp) on natural gas, 98.8 kWm (132.4 hp) on LPG at 1800 rpm (SAE J1349 intermittent); 10.5:1 compression, EPA/CARB certified with 3-way catalyst.
- Prime Power · 60 Hz
- 101 kVA
- Electrical Output
- 81 kWe
- Cylinders
- V8
- Displacement
- 7.3 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 | 90.2 | 81 | 101.3 |
Ford WSG873 generator set context
The Ford WSG873 is listed here as a natural gas generator-drive engine for 60 Hz generator sets, with a headline 101 kVA / 81 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 | WSG873 |
| Series | WSG |
| Configuration | V8 |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Displacement | 7.3 L |
| Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 |
| Dry Weight | 263.1 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 WSG873?
The Ford WSG873 is rated at 101 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
Does the WSG873 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?
The Ford WSG873 is rated for 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
What fuel does the Ford WSG873 use?
The Ford WSG873 is a Natural Gas generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the WSG873?
The Ford WSG873 is a V8 (8-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 7.3 L.
What emissions standard does the WSG873 meet?
The Ford WSG873 is certified to U.S. EPA Stationary emissions standards.
Is the Ford WSG873 still in production?
Yes — the Ford WSG873 is a current production model.
Is a datasheet available for the WSG873?
Yes — an official Ford datasheet for the Ford WSG873 can be downloaded from this page.
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Reference
- Canonical page
- /engines/ford-wsg873
- Last database update
- 2026-06-29
- Manufacturer files
- 1 datasheet linked
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