The Generac MLG8K compressor is listed with standby output of 9 kW, Diesel fuel, 60 Hz operation, 120/240 V output, Single phase, and rated current of 37 A.
Generator • Diesel • 60 Hz • Single phase
Key specifications
Visual model specs
Built only from this model’s supplied generator specifications.
9 kW
8 kW
0.87 gal
1.11 gal
How the Generac MLG8K compares
This compares the supplied numeric specification with Generac generators in the same broad standby-power class where enough comparable data exists.
About 10% above the similar-output Generac average. Around the 61st percentile for this field.
About 21% below the similar-output Generac average. Around the 15th percentile for this field.
About 134% above the similar-output Generac average. Around the 90th percentile for this field.
About 67% above the similar-output Generac average. Around the 87th percentile for this field.
Generator information
| Manufacturer | Generac |
|---|---|
| Model | MLG8K |
| Generator type | Generator |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
Electrical output
| Standby power | 9 kW |
|---|---|
| Prime power | 8 kW |
| Standby kVA | 9.0 |
| Voltage options | 120/240 V |
| Phase | Single phase |
| Rated current | 37 A |
| Power factor | 1.0 |
| Circuit breaker | 50 A |
Engine, cooling and controls
| Oil capacity | 0.87 gal (3.3 L) |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 1.11 gal (4.2 L) |
| Maximum ambient | 120 °F (49 °C) |
| Alternator | Marathon 332CSA/B3018 |
| Emissions | Tier IV Final |
Physical specifications
| Dry weight | 1, 030 lb (467 kg) |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 65 × 68 × 56 in (1651 × 1727 × 1422 mm) |
Fuel system and runtime
| Tank runtime | 80 hr |
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Disclaimer: Specifications should be verified against the official owner’s manual and confirmed on the Generac USA website.