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Perkins 403D-15G

400 Series

In Production

The Perkins 403D-15G is a 1.5-litre inline-3 diesel engine for generator sets, rated at 15 kVA / 12 kWe standby power at 1,500 RPM (50 Hz). It is a liquid-cooled engine built in China. It meets Euro Stage IIIA / U.S. EPA Tier 3 emissions standards.

Perkins 403D-15G 1.5L L3 diesel generator engine — 15 kVA standby specifications
Perkins 403D-15G 1.5L L3 diesel generator engine — 15 kVA standby specifications
Standby Power · 50 Hz
15 kVA
Electrical Output
12 kWe
Cylinders
L3
Displacement
1.5 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 Power11.11012.5
Standby Power13.31215

60 Hz1800 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power14.41316.3
Standby Power15.61417.5

Technical Specifications

BrandPerkins
Model403D-15G
Series400 Series
ConfigurationL3
Cylinders3
Displacement1.5 L
Fuel TypeDiesel
Ignition TypeCompression Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardEuro Stage IIIA / U.S. EPA Tier 3
Country of OriginChina

Frequently asked questions

What is the power output of the Perkins 403D-15G?

The Perkins 403D-15G is rated at 15 kVA standby / 13 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 18 kVA standby / 16 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the 403D-15G run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Perkins 403D-15G is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the Perkins 403D-15G use?

The Perkins 403D-15G is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the 403D-15G?

The Perkins 403D-15G is an inline-3 (3-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 1.5 L.

What emissions standard does the 403D-15G meet?

The Perkins 403D-15G is certified to Euro Stage IIIA / U.S. EPA Tier 3 emissions standards.

Is the Perkins 403D-15G still in production?

Yes — the Perkins 403D-15G is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the 403D-15G?

Yes — an official Perkins datasheet for the Perkins 403D-15G can be downloaded from this page.

Reference

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

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