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Perkins 2806C-E18TAG1A

2800 Series

In Production

The Perkins 2806C-E18TAG1A is a 18-litre inline-6 diesel engine for generator sets, rated at 650 kVA / 520 kWe standby power at 1,500 RPM (50 Hz). It is a liquid-cooled engine built in United Kingdom.

Perkins 2806C-E18TAG1A 18L L6 diesel generator engine — 650 kVA standby specifications
Perkins 2806C-E18TAG1A 18L L6 diesel generator engine — 650 kVA standby specifications
Standby Power · 50 Hz
650 kVA
Electrical Output
520 kWe
Cylinders
L6
Displacement
18 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 Power525.6473591.3
Standby Power577.8520650

60 Hz1800 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power555.6500625
Standby Power611.1550687.5

Technical Specifications

BrandPerkins
Model2806C-E18TAG1A
Series2800 Series
ConfigurationL6
Cylinders6
Displacement18 L
Fuel TypeDiesel
Ignition TypeCompression Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardUnregulated
Country of OriginUnited Kingdom

Frequently asked questions

What is the power output of the Perkins 2806C-E18TAG1A?

The Perkins 2806C-E18TAG1A is rated at 650 kVA standby / 591 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 688 kVA standby / 625 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the 2806C-E18TAG1A run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Perkins 2806C-E18TAG1A is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the Perkins 2806C-E18TAG1A use?

The Perkins 2806C-E18TAG1A is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the 2806C-E18TAG1A?

The Perkins 2806C-E18TAG1A is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 18 L.

Is the Perkins 2806C-E18TAG1A still in production?

Yes — the Perkins 2806C-E18TAG1A is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the 2806C-E18TAG1A?

Yes — an official Perkins datasheet for the Perkins 2806C-E18TAG1A can be downloaded from this page.

Reference

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

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