Waukesha
Waukesha DWL
Early Historical Waukesha Model Series
Waukesha DWL discontinued early historical engine model series. The Waukesha Engine Historical Society production table lists this model series from 1930 to 1932; its model-designation guide explains the early letter, six-cylinder, and F-head naming schemes used by these rows. This supports a source-validated legacy page for owners searching parts, service, restoration, and overhaul information. WEHS firsts identify Model DWL as Waukesha first diesel.
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- Manufacturer files
- 1 datasheet
- Last updated
- 2026-08-12
- Package route
- diesel generator sets
- Cylinders
- L4
- Rated Speed
- 1,500 RPM
Waukesha DWL generator set context
The Waukesha DWL is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz generator sets. Use this page to compare the published engine output, electrical kWe/kVA ratings, emissions level, datasheet availability, and neighboring models before specifying an alternator, controller, enclosure, voltage, and compliance package.
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | Waukesha |
| Model | DWL |
| Series | Early Historical Waukesha Model Series |
| Configuration | Inline-4 diesel engine model series |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | Historical production ended 1932 |
| Certifications | Waukesha Engine Historical Society production table, Waukesha Engine Historical Society model-designation guide |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Year Introduced | 1930 |
| Year Discontinued | 1932 |
Frequently asked questions
What fuel does the Waukesha DWL use?
The Waukesha DWL is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the cylinder configuration of the DWL?
The Waukesha DWL is an inline-4 (4-cylinder) engine.
What emissions standard does the DWL meet?
The Waukesha DWL is certified to Historical production ended 1932 emissions standards.
Is the DWL still in production?
No — the Waukesha DWL is discontinued (production ended around 1932). Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.
Is a datasheet available for the DWL?
Yes — an official Waukesha datasheet for the Waukesha DWL can be downloaded from this page.