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Perkins 904J-E36TAG1

900 Series

In Production

The Perkins 904J-E36TAG1 is a 3.6-litre inline-4 diesel engine for generator sets, rated at 60 kVA / 48 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 904J-E36TAG1 3.6L L4 diesel generator engine — 60 kVA standby specifications
Perkins 904J-E36TAG1 3.6L L4 diesel generator engine — 60 kVA standby specifications
Standby Power · 50 Hz
60 kVA
Electrical Output
48 kWe
Cylinders
L4
Displacement
3.6 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 Power47.84353.8
Standby Power53.34860

60 Hz1800 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power46.74252.5
Standby Power51.14657.5

Technical Specifications

BrandPerkins
Model904J-E36TAG1
Series900 Series
ConfigurationL4
Cylinders4
Displacement3.6 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 904J-E36TAG1?

The Perkins 904J-E36TAG1 is rated at 60 kVA standby / 54 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 58 kVA standby / 53 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the 904J-E36TAG1 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Perkins 904J-E36TAG1 is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the Perkins 904J-E36TAG1 use?

The Perkins 904J-E36TAG1 is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the 904J-E36TAG1?

The Perkins 904J-E36TAG1 is an inline-4 (4-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 3.6 L.

What emissions standard does the 904J-E36TAG1 meet?

The Perkins 904J-E36TAG1 is certified to Euro Stage V / U.S. EPA Final Tier 4 emissions standards.

Is the Perkins 904J-E36TAG1 still in production?

Yes — the Perkins 904J-E36TAG1 is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the 904J-E36TAG1?

Yes — an official Perkins datasheet for the Perkins 904J-E36TAG1 can be downloaded from this page.

Reference

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

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