Perkins Engine Parts Guide (400 to 4000, 3.152, 4.236 & 6.354 Series)

Perkins diesel engines power a huge share of the generator sets in use across the Middle East. Because Perkins model numbers refer to engine families rather than a single generator model, the same series can turn up in generator sets from many different manufacturers and vintages. This guide covers how to identify which Perkins series you have, the parts each one needs most, and how to make sure what you order is genuine.

Which Perkins engine series do I have?

The most reliable way to confirm your engine is the dataplate riveted to the block, which lists the exact series and serial number. As a rough guide to scale:

• 3.152 and 400 series — older, smaller-displacement Perkins engines still common in legacy generator sets.
• 4.236 and 6.354 series — older four- and six-cylinder Perkins engines, still found in legacy generator sets.
• 1000 series — a widely used mid-range family found across compact generator sets.
• 1100 series — one of the most common Perkins engine families in current use, especially in generator sets (the 1103 sub-model is particularly widespread).
• 1300 and 1500 series — larger six-cylinder families (the 1306 and 1506 models) used in higher-output generator sets.
• 2000 series — a larger-displacement family used in higher-output generator sets.
• 4000 series — the largest of this group, used in heavy-duty generator sets.

Always confirm against your dataplate before ordering — generator set manufacturers sometimes fit different sub-variants of the same series to the same generator model.

Parts by engine series

Each series has its own dedicated parts range on our site, covering the filtration, gaskets, and fuel-system components specific to that engine:

3.152 series

• Fuel filter, part no. FF117-1183
• Air filter, part no. AF362-1116

4.236 series

• Cylinder head gasket, part no. GHE034-1356 (also GHE021-1353)
• Top gasket, part no. GT1014-1334
• Piston and ring set, part no. PS389-1467
• Water pump, part no. WP104-1315
• Lift pump, part no. LP0001-1245
• Conrod bearing, part no. BC042B-1458

6.354 series

• Oil filter, part no. OF403-1179
• Fuel filter, part no. FF118-1184
• Fan belt, part no. FB654-1160
• Conrod bearing, part no. BC043-1421 (also BC043A-1422)

400 series

• Lift pump, part no. LP351-1241
• Oil filter, part no. OF050-1180
• Air filter, part no. AF206-1111

1000 series

• Fuel filter, part no. FF145-1182
• Oil filter, part no. OF403-1179
• Air filter (1006 series), part no. AF353-1115

1100 series

• Promotional filter pack — bundles the oil, fuel, and air filters for the widely used 1103 sub-model at the 4,000-hour interval: Genpac Promotional Filters Pack — Perkins 1103 Series, 4,000 Hours
• Fuel filter, part no. FF487-1444
• Oil filter, part no. OF407-1178

1300 series

• Air filter, part no. AF289-1112
• Radiator cap, part no. RC008-1135

1500 series

• Oil filter, part no. OF260-1177
• Fuel filter, part no. FF258-1186
• Air filter, part no. AF643-1144
• Starter motor, part no. MS304-1492
• Turbocharger, part no. TC950-1617

2000 series

• Oil filter, part no. OF929-1175
• Fuel filter, part no. FF931-1191

4000 series

• Top gasket kit: Genpac GTKIT4000-1438 Top Gasket
• Oil filter, part no. OF111B-1266
• Air filter, part no. AFA/4-1301

Browse the full range for your series: 1000 series parts, 1100 series parts, 1300 series parts, 1500 series parts, 400 series parts, 2000 series parts, 4000 series parts, 3.152 series parts, 4.236 series parts, 6.354 series parts, or the full Perkins engines parts hub.

The parts you’ll replace most often

Across all Perkins series, the highest-turnover categories are the same:

• Filtration — oil, fuel, and air filters, replaced on every scheduled service, and the single most-ordered category across the range.
• Lift pumps — a common wear point on the fuel system, especially on older 400-series engines.
• Gaskets and seals — top gasket kits and head gaskets needed at major service intervals or after overheating.

Where a bundled filter pack exists for your engine (like the 1103 series 4,000-hour pack above), it’s the fastest way to stock up on a scheduled service without cross-referencing each filter individually.

How to identify the right part for your engine

1. Find your engine’s dataplate. Riveted to the block, it lists the exact series and serial number — the only fully reliable way to confirm fit, since running changes between sub-models can affect which filter or gasket fits.
2. Match the part number format. Genpac’s cross-reference part numbers for Perkins-compatible filters typically use a two-letter prefix (FF for fuel filter, OF for oil filter, AF for air filter) followed by digits.
3. When in doubt, ask before ordering. Send us your engine’s serial number and we’ll confirm the correct part before you buy.

Genuine parts vs. aftermarket

For consumables like oil, fuel, and air filters, a reputable aftermarket-compatible brand is a reasonable and common cost trade-off — this is the bulk of what most Perkins owners replace. For components inside the engine, like top gasket kits and lift pumps, tighter manufacturing tolerances matter more, so it’s worth confirming fit carefully and favoring genuine or well-reviewed parts.

FAQ

How do I know which Perkins engine series I have?

Check the dataplate riveted to the engine block — it lists the exact series and serial number. As a rough guide, 3.152, 4.236, 6.354 and 400 series are older engines, 1000 and 1100 series are the most common mid-range families (1103 is especially widespread in generator sets), and 1300, 1500, 2000 and 4000 series are larger, higher-output engines.

What’s the most common Perkins engine in generator sets?

The 1103 sub-model within the 1100 series is one of the most widely used Perkins engines in generator sets, which is why a bundled filter pack is available for it at the standard 4,000-hour service interval.

How often should a Perkins diesel engine be serviced?

Service intervals vary by series and operating conditions, but oil, fuel, and air filters are typically replaced on every scheduled service — check your generator set’s manual for the exact interval, and look for a bundled filter pack matched to your series where one exists.

Where can I buy genuine Perkins engine parts online?

Ghaddar Machinery Co. stocks Perkins-compatible parts across the 3.152, 4.236, 400, 1000, 1100, 1300, 1500, 2000, 4000, and 6.354 series, covering filtration, fuel system, and gasket components, plus other service parts.

Do aftermarket filters fit as well as OEM Perkins filters?

For consumables like oil, fuel, and air filters, quality aftermarket-compatible brands are a common and reasonable choice, and are what most of our Perkins-series filtration stock is built around. For components like lift pumps and gasket kits, confirm fit against your engine’s dataplate before ordering.

Need help identifying a part?

Send us your engine’s serial number and we’ll confirm the exact part before you order — Contact Ghaddar Machinery Co.