MEP003A 10kW Military Diesel Generator with a 90 day / 100 Hour Parts Warranty

NOTE: All of our generators come with a 90 day / 100 hour parts warranty (whichever comes first).

NOTE: All generators ship by freight and require a custom quote. Please use our GMG contact form to inquire.

• Continuous Power Rating:  10 Kilowatt (kW), 60hz at 80% power factor below 5,000 feet above sea level. (The US Military underrates their units by at least 25%.)
• Current Type:  Alternating Current (AC)
• Line to Line Voltage (Volts):  120 and 240 volts
• Amp Output:  83.2 amps (assumes 120 volt output and 10,000 watt rating. The US Military underrates their units by at least 25%.  If you assume 12,500 watts and 120 volt output, you arrive at 104 amps.
• Voltage:  120V (single phase, 2 wire), 120/240V (single phase, 3 wire), 120/208V (3-phase, 4 wire)
• Phases:  Single AND Three on-the-fly
• Fuel Type:  Diesel (Bio-diesel retrofits are possible assuming 1) the bio-diesel is preheated properly and 2) the bio-diesel is of high quality and purity)
• # of Cylinders:  4
• RPM:  1,800  (Note that most consumer units run hot and fast at 3,600 RPMs are not capable of continuous use.)
• Engine Manufacturer:  Onan (now Cummins Onan – a world leader in diesel engine technology)
• Engine Type:  Four Cycle
• Displacement:  140 cubic inches (2294 cc.)
• Compression Ratio:  19:1
• Horsepower:  17.8 @ 1800 RPM (0-5000 ft above sea level)
• Governor:  Internal flyball; external adjustment
• Cooling Method:  Air-Cooled (i.e. not liquid-cooled; no water pump, radiator or coolant needed which radically reduces maintenance costs)
• Excitor Type:  Self-Excited
• Body Material:  Steel
• Radio Interference Suppression:  Included/Yes (just in case!)
• Fuel Filters:  Tank fuel strainer for large particulates; followed by in-line strainer; followed by dual in-line redundant fuel filters (easily replaced with Napa parts)
• Fuel Pumps:  Three redundant electric fuel pumps (one is for auxiliary fuel source such as a 55 gallon drum); one master mechanical injector pump.
• Air Filter:  Large and easily replaceable air filter with cold-weather intake diverter. You can switch from normal air filtration to the cold-weather setting that will suck air in over the exhaust manifold to pre-heat the air. This is an excellent cold weather feature.
• Cold Weather Kit:  Includes:  air intake pre-heat, glow plugs, 24 volt cold weather starting system. You will not find more durable cold-weather features in any unit on the market.
• Fuel Tank Capacity:  12.5 gallons
• Lubricating Oil Capacity (Less Filter):  3 quarts, 4 quarts if filter is changed (2.8 liters, 3.7 liters if filter is changed)
• Ventilation requirements (Total):  1350 CFM at 1800 RPM
• Batteries:  Batteries (two) are NOT included due to shipping costs and hazmat fees. Standard batteries can be purchased at any quality auto parts store. All battery cables ARE included with unit.
• MEP003A Dimensions (Without ASK):
  • overall length 62 in. (157.5 cm.)
  • overall width 32in. (81.3 cm)
  • overall height 37in. (94 cm.)
  • net weight empty 1220 lbs. (553.4 kg.)
  • net weight filled 1360 lbs. (616.9 kg.)
• MEP003A Dimensions (With ASK Installed):
  • overall length 69 in. (175.5 cm.)
  • overall width 36 in. (91.3 cm)
  • overall height 39 in. (99 cm.)
  • net weight empty 1365 lbs. (619.4 kg.)
  • net weight filled 1505 lbs. (683.9 kg.)