The 8 cylinder Perkins 4008 range gives you the versatility you need in today’s power generation market. The range’s diesel ElectropaK engines/Electro Units deliver 849-1022 kVA and are supplied with or without radiator and air cleaner.
This engine has proven reliability in prime and standby installations in all of the key sectors, such as manufacturing facilities, hospitals, and data centres. The 4008 engines have exceptional power-to-weight ratios and compact designs, making them simple to transport and install.
Air inlet system
- Mounted air filters and turbochargers
Cooling system
- Crankshaft pulley for fan drive
- Gear driven circulating pump
Electrical equipment
- 24 volt combined high coolant temperature/low oil pressure switch
- 24 volt Electronic Shut Off Solenoid (ESOS) (energised to run)
- 24 volt starter motor and 24 volt/40 amp alternator with integral regulator and DC output
- Overspeed switch and magnetic pickup
- Turbine inlet temperature shutdown switch
Flywheels and flywheel housing
- Flywheel to SAE J620 size 18
Fuel system
- Full flow spin-on fuel oil filters
- Electronic governor to ISO 3046 Part 4 class A1
- Unit fuel injectors with lift pump and hand stop control
Oil system
- Engine jacket water/lubricating oil temperature stabiliser
- Full flow spin-on oil filters
- Wet sump with filler and dipstick
Optional Equipment
Options for your 4008 range diesel engines include:
• Tropical radiator, including water pipes, clips and hoses, fan, fan guards and bolts
• Twin heavy-duty air cleaners – paper element with pre-cleaner
• Changeover lubrication oil filter
• Changeover fuel oil filter
• Immersion heater with thermostat
• Air starters
• Instrument panel
Reliable Power
The 4008 range engines provide 884-1250 kVA generator output.
The 8 cylinder option in the 4000 Series, the 4008 range engines can be supplied with cooling systems for either tropical or temperate environments to meet your needs, whatever your location.
Economical and durable, the engines give you excellent power-to-weight ratios, outstanding load acceptance and improved gas emissions.
