Lister Petter
Lister Petter Petter AB1
A Series
Lister Petter Petter AB1 discontinued legacy engine. Small legacy Lister/Petter diesel with continuing owner searches for parts, manuals, and off-grid or marine auxiliary service.
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- Manufacturer files
- No datasheet
- Last updated
- 2026-08-04
- Package route
- diesel generator sets
- Electrical Output
- 4 kW
- Cylinders
- L1
- Displacement
- 0.3 L
- Rated Speed
- 3,000 RPM
Lister Petter Petter AB1 generator set context
The Lister Petter Petter AB1 is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz generator sets, with a headline 4 kW / standby 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 | Lister Petter |
| Model | Petter AB1 |
| Series | A Series |
| Configuration | Single-cylinder, naturally aspirated |
| Cylinders | 1 |
| Displacement | 0.3 L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Air-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | Unregulated |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Year Introduced | 1967 |
| Year Discontinued | 1986 |
Frequently asked questions
What fuel does the Lister Petter Petter AB1 use?
The Lister Petter Petter AB1 is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the Petter AB1?
The Lister Petter Petter AB1 is an inline-1 (1-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 0.3 L.
Is the Petter AB1 still in production?
No — the Lister Petter Petter AB1 is discontinued (production ended around 1986). Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.