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Cummins Onan C150 N6 Specs (Power | Fuel Consumption)

The Cummins Onan C150 N6 generator is listed with standby output of 150 kW, NG/propane fuel, 60 Hz operation, 12 V output, and Single phase.

Cummins Onan Generator Specifications

Generator • NG/propane • 60 Hz • Single phase

Standby power: 150 kWVoltage options: 12 VDry weight: 3,483 lb (1,580 kg)

Key specifications

150 kW Standby power
NG/propane Fuel
12 V Voltage options
Single phase Phase
3,483 lb (1,580 kg) Dry weight
60 Hz Frequency

Useful generator charts

Charts are shown only when this model has enough usable source data.

Power-to-weight
Standby output per 1,000 lb of dry weight versus similar-output Cummins Onan models.
This model

43.1 kW

Peer average

45.1 kW

57th percentile
Power output
Low 150 kW High 150 kW
Standby

150 kW

Prime

150 kW

Model spec snapshot
Representative numeric specifications from this generator.
150 kWStandby
3,483.3 lbWeight

How the Cummins Onan C150 N6 compares

This compares the supplied numeric specification with Cummins Onan generators in the same broad standby-power class where enough comparable data exists.

Standby power
150 kW
36% below avg
7th percentile
Dry weight
3,483 lb
41% below avg
19th percentile
Standby power150 kW
Low 150 kWAverage 232.8 kWHigh 354.6 kW

About 36% below the similar-output Cummins Onan average. Around the 7th percentile for this field.

Dry weight3,483 lb
Low 2,199 lbAverage 5,923 lbHigh 12,467 lb

About 41% below the similar-output Cummins Onan average. Around the 19th percentile for this field.

This model Peer average

Generator information

Manufacturer Cummins Onan
Model C150 N6
Generator type Generator
Fuel NG/propane
Frequency 60 Hz

Electrical output

Standby power 150 kW
Prime power 150 kW
Standby kVA 188.0
Voltage options 12 V
Phase Single phase

Engine, cooling and controls

Engine model Cummins/Onan QSJ8.9G
Engine displacement 543 cu in (8.9 L)
Aspiration / cooling in-line, spark-ignition (SI)
Rated engine speed 1800 rpm
Coolant capacity 125 kW – 50° C (122° F) ambient cooling system / 150 kW – 45° C (113° F) ambient cooling system L
Maximum ambient -49 °F (-45 °C)
Controller PowerCommand 2.3
Alternator Stamford/AvK UC3E
Emissions EPA NSPS

Physical specifications

Dry weight 3, 483 lb (1, 580 kg)
Dimensions (L × W × H) 112.9 × 40 × 55.7 in (2867 × 1016 × 1415 mm)

Battery

Battery group 850
Battery cranking 850 CCA

Maintenance and service parts

Engine oil Interval: 250 hr; Specification: Replace engine oil and filters. Refer to the Engine Oil section for the procedure.
Fuel filter Interval: 24 hr; Specification: Check fuel lines and hoses: Visually check for leaks, worn or damaged hoses. To replace, contact your authorized distributor.
Air filter Interval: 250 hr
Coolant Interval: 500 hr; Specification: Starts to open within 2 °F (1 °C) of 180 °F (82 °C); Fully open within 2 °F (1 °C) of 203 °F (95 °C); Flow valve and flange clearance (minimum): 0.26 in (6.6 mm)
Belt Interval: 24 hr; Specification: Checking drive belt condition and tension: Visually check belt for evidence of wear or slippage. To replace, contact your authorized distributor.

Disclaimer: Specifications should be verified against the official owner’s or service manual and confirmed on the Cummins North America generator website.

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