Waukesha
Waukesha VRG283
Historical Waukesha Model Series
Waukesha VRG283 discontinued historical industrial/stationary engine model series. The Waukesha Engine Historical Society production table lists this model series from 1973 to 1981, supporting legacy/discontinued treatment for owners searching parts, service, and overhaul information.
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- Manufacturer files
- 1 datasheet
- Last updated
- 2026-08-12
- Package route
- gas generator sets
- Cylinders
- Legacy stationary spark-ignited gas engine model series
- Rated Speed
- 1,500 RPM
Waukesha VRG283 generator set context
The Waukesha VRG283 is listed here as a natural gas 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 | VRG283 |
| Series | Historical Waukesha Model Series |
| Configuration | Legacy stationary spark-ignited gas engine model series |
| Fuel Type | Natural Gas |
| Ignition Type | Spark Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | Historical production ended 1981 |
| Certifications | Waukesha Engine Historical Society production table |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Year Introduced | 1973 |
| Year Discontinued | 1981 |
Frequently asked questions
What fuel does the Waukesha VRG283 use?
The Waukesha VRG283 is a Natural Gas generator-set engine.
What emissions standard does the VRG283 meet?
The Waukesha VRG283 is certified to Historical production ended 1981 emissions standards.
Is the VRG283 still in production?
No — the Waukesha VRG283 is discontinued (production ended around 1981). Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.
Is a datasheet available for the VRG283?
Yes — an official Waukesha datasheet for the Waukesha VRG283 can be downloaded from this page.