2800 Series 2806A-E18TAG1A
574 kWm at 1500 rpm
The Perkins 2800 Series is a family of well-proven 6 cylinder 16 and 18 litre in-line diesel engines, designed to address today’s uncompromising demands within the power generation industry with particular aim at the standby market sector. Developed from a proven heavy-duty industrial base, the engine offers superior performance and reliability.
The 2806A-E18TAG1A is a turbocharged and air-to-air charge cooled, 6 cylinder diesel engine of 18 litres capacity. Its premium features provide economic and durable operation, low gaseous emissions and advanced overall performance and reliability.

Features and benefits
Economic power
- Mechanically operated unit fuel injectors with electronic control combined with carefully matched turbocharging,
give excellent fuel atomisation and combustion with optimum economy - Low emissions result from electronic control of fuel injected
Reliable power
- Developed and tested using the latest engineering techniques and finite element analysis for high reliability, low oil
usage and low wear rates - High compression ratios ensure clean rapid starting in all conditions
- Perkins global product support is designed to enhance the customer experience of owning a Perkins powered
machine. We deliver this through the quality of our distribution network, extensive global coverage and a range of
Perkins supported OEM partnership options. So whether you are an end-user or an equipment manufacturer our
engine expertise is essential to your success
Compact, clean and efficient power
- Exceptional power to weight ratio and compact size give optimum power density for ease of installation and more
cost effective transportation - Designed to provide excellent service access for ease of maintenance
- The availability of a low emissions specification allows minimum environmental impact through operation, and complies with all major emissions legislation. The standard specification model provides superior fuel consumption
which maximises engine efficiency - Warranties and Service Contracts
12 months unlimited warranty with 24 months on Major items. For low use applications <500 hours per year
This engine does not comply to Harmonized International Regulated Emissions Limits
Technical information
Air inlet system
- Mounted air filter
Fuel system
- Mechanically actuated electronically controlled unit fuel injectors with full authority electronic control
- Governing to ISO 8528-5 class G2 with isochronous capability
- Replaceable ‘Ecoplus’ fuel filter elements with primary filter/water separator
- Fuel cooler
Lubrication system
- Wet full aluminium sump with filler and dipstick
- Full-flow replaceable ‘Ecoplus’ filter
- Oil cooler integral with filter header
Cooling system
- Gear-driven circulating pump
- Mounted belt driven pusher fan
- Radiator incorporating air-to-air charge cooler, (supplied loose)
- System designed for ambients up to 50ºC
- Low coolant level switch
Electrical equipment
- 24 volt starter motor and 24 volt 70 amp alternator with DC output
- ECM mounted on engine with wiring looms and sensors
- 3 level engine protection system
Flywheel and housing
- High inertia flywheel to SAE J620 size 18
- SAE ‘0’ flywheel housing
Mountings
- Front engine mounting bracket
Literature
- User’s Handbook and Parts Manual
Optional equipment
- 110 volt/240 volt immersion heater
- Additional speed sensor
- Temperature and pressure sensors for gauges
- Air filter rain hood
- Twin starters/facility for second starter
- Tool kit
- Additional manuals
- Parts manual/Workshop manual



The above ratings represent the engine performance capabilities to conditions specified in ISO 8528/1, ISO 3046/1:1986, BS 5514. Derating may be required for conditions outside these; consult Perkins Engines Company Limited.
Generator powers are typical and are based on an average alternator efficiency and a power factor (cos. θ) of 0.8. Fuel specification: BS 2869: Part 2 1998 Class A2 or ASTM D975 D2. Lubricating oil: 15W40 to API CG4.
Rating definitions
Prime power: Variable load. Unlimited hours usage with an average load factor of 70% of the published prime power rating over each 24 hour period. A 10% overload is available for 1 hour in every 12 hours of operation.
Standby power: Variable load. Limited to 500 hours annual usage up to 300 hours of which may be continuous running. No overload is permitted.
