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Perkins 2406J-E13TAG3

2400 Series

In Production

The Perkins 2406J-E13TAG3 is a 13-litre inline-6 diesel engine for generator sets, rated at 453 kVA / 362 kWe standby power at 1,500 RPM (50 Hz). It is a liquid-cooled engine built in United Kingdom. It meets Euro Stage V / U.S. EPA Final Tier 4 emissions standards.

Perkins 2406J-E13TAG3 13L L6 diesel generator engine — 453 kVA standby specifications
Perkins 2406J-E13TAG3 13L L6 diesel generator engine — 453 kVA standby specifications
Standby Power · 50 Hz
453 kVA
Electrical Output
362 kWe
Cylinders
L6
Displacement
13 L
Rated Speed
1,500 / 1,800 RPM

Power Ratings

kWm = mechanical shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = kWe ÷ 0.8 pf

50 Hz1500 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power364.4328410
Standby Power402.2362452.5

60 Hz1800 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power380342427.5
Standby Power421.1379473.8

Technical Specifications

BrandPerkins
Model2406J-E13TAG3
Series2400 Series
ConfigurationL6
Cylinders6
Displacement13 L
Fuel TypeDiesel
Ignition TypeCompression Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardEuro Stage V / U.S. EPA Final Tier 4
Country of OriginUnited Kingdom

Frequently asked questions

What is the power output of the Perkins 2406J-E13TAG3?

The Perkins 2406J-E13TAG3 is rated at 453 kVA standby / 410 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 474 kVA standby / 428 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the 2406J-E13TAG3 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Perkins 2406J-E13TAG3 is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the Perkins 2406J-E13TAG3 use?

The Perkins 2406J-E13TAG3 is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the 2406J-E13TAG3?

The Perkins 2406J-E13TAG3 is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 13 L.

What emissions standard does the 2406J-E13TAG3 meet?

The Perkins 2406J-E13TAG3 is certified to Euro Stage V / U.S. EPA Final Tier 4 emissions standards.

Is the Perkins 2406J-E13TAG3 still in production?

Yes — the Perkins 2406J-E13TAG3 is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the 2406J-E13TAG3?

Yes — an official Perkins datasheet for the Perkins 2406J-E13TAG3 can be downloaded from this page.

Reference

Last database update
2026-05-29
Manufacturer files
2 datasheets linked

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