The Cummins Onan 3.6MKY generator is listed with standby output of 3600 kW, Gasoline fuel, 50 Hz operation, 120 V, 220 V output, Single phase, and rated current of 33.3 / 16.4 A.
Generator • Gasoline • 50 Hz • Single phase
Key specifications
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0.29 gal/hr
0.48 gal/hr
0.71 gal/hr
19,439.7 kW
55.6 kW
3,600 kW
3,600 kW
How the Cummins Onan 3.6MKY compares
This compares the supplied numeric specification with Cummins Onan generators in the same broad standby-power class where enough comparable data exists.
About 97% above the similar-output Cummins Onan average. Around the 98th percentile for this field.
About 99% below the similar-output Cummins Onan average. Around the 11th percentile for this field.
About 99% below the similar-output Cummins Onan average. Around the 8th percentile for this field.
Generator information
| Manufacturer | Cummins Onan |
|---|---|
| Model | 3.6MKY |
| Generator type | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline |
| Frequency | 50 Hz |
Electrical output
| Standby power | 3600 kW |
|---|---|
| Prime power | 3600 kW |
| Voltage options | 120 V, 220 V |
| Phase | Single phase |
| Rated current | 33.3 / 16.4 A |
Engine, cooling and controls
| Engine model | Cummins/Onan Onan |
|---|---|
| Engine displacement | 26 cu in (0.42 L) |
| Aspiration / cooling | OHV 4-stroke |
| Rated engine speed | 3600 rpm |
| Engine oil capacity | 0.29 gal (1.1 L) |
| Oil capacity | 0.4 gal (1.5 L) |
| Controller | A1, Microprocessor Regulated |
Physical specifications
| Dry weight | 185 lb (84 kg) |
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Battery
| Battery cranking | 360 / 450 CCA |
|---|---|
| Battery voltage | 12 V |
| Battery quantity | 1 |
Fuel consumption
| Standby | 0.29 gal/h (1.1 L/h) |
|---|---|
| Prime | 0.48 gal/h (1.8 L/h) @ 50%; 0.71 gal/h (2.7 L/h) @ 100% |
| Full load | 0.71 gal/h (2.7 L/h) @ 100%; 1.0 gal/h |
| Half load | 0.48 gal/h (1.8 L/h) @ 50%; 0.5 gal/h (1.4 L/h) |
| No load | 0.29 gal/h (1.1 L/h); 0.3 gal/h (0.79 L/h) |
Maintenance and service parts
| Engine oil | Interval: 500 hr; Specification: SAE 10W30 |
|---|---|
| Oil filter | Interval: 1000 hr |
| Fuel filter | Interval: 500 hr |
| Coolant | Interval: 5000 hr |
Disclaimer: Specifications should be verified against the official owner’s or service manual and confirmed on the Cummins North America generator website.