Perkins T4.236
Perkins T4.236 discontinued legacy engine. Turbocharged 4.236 derivative for higher-output industrial and agricultural applications.
Production StatusProduction Discontinued
4.236 Series
Specifications and documentation remain archived for reference.
- Maximum Mechanical Power
- 76 kW
- Cylinders
- L4
- Displacement
- 3.86 L
- Rated Speed
- 2,600 RPM
Estimated electrical output
Engine power × 0.90. These are estimates, not manufacturer generator ratings. Actual output depends on the alternator and operating conditions.
| Frequency / duty | Engine | Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency and duty unverified | 76 kWm | 68.4 kWe |
Datasheet & documents
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Technical specifications
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Perkins |
| Model | T4.236 |
| Series | 4.236 Series |
| Configuration | L4, turbocharged |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 3.86 L |
| Compression Ratio | 15.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | Unregulated |
| Country of Origin | United Kingdom |
| Year Discontinued | 1989 |
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The Perkins T4.236 is a high-speed industrial diesel engine rated at 76 kW mechanical output at 2,600 RPM. It is used in off-road equipment and can support engineered variable-speed power systems, but its maximum power is not a direct 50/60 Hz alternator rating. Verify the drivetrain, power electronics, cooling, and emissions installation with Volvo Penta before specifying a generator package.
Other ways this model is written
t4236Perkins T4.2364.236 Series T4.236
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Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum power output of the Perkins T4.236?
The Perkins T4.236 has a maximum mechanical output of 76 kW at 2,600 rpm. This is a variable-speed off-road rating, not a fixed-speed generator-set rating.
What fuel does the Perkins T4.236 use?
The Perkins T4.236 is a diesel variable-speed industrial engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the T4.236?
The Perkins T4.236 is an inline-4 (4-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 3.86 L.
Is the T4.236 still in production?
No — the Perkins T4.236 is discontinued (production ended around 1989). Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.
Are reference documents available for the T4.236?
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