1000 series » Engine identification

The 1000 Series consists of a range of both four and six cylinder engines. Each range has four basic engine types, naturally aspirated, compensated, turbocharged and turbocharged with an intercooler. There are different model variations within each range. Identification of the various models is by a system of numbers and letters, for example:

1006-60TW

1006 6 cylinder engine

-60 6 litre engine

T Turbocharged

TW Turbocharged, but with an air to water intercooler to cool the induction air between the turbocharger and the cylinders.

Engines used for generator sets have a similar system of model identification, for example:

1006-60TWG1

1006 6 cylinder engine

-60 6 litre engine

T Turbocharged

TW Turbocharged, but with an air

to water intercooler

G Generator set

1 Rating code number

The different engine types are indicated by their code letters, which are the first two letters of the engine number as indicated below: The correct identification of the engine is by the full engine number.

The engine number is stamped on a label (A1) which is fastened to the left side of the cylinder block. Some engines also have the engine number stamped on the rear of the cylinder block (A2). An example of the engine number is: AB30126U510256N

If you need parts, service or information for your engine, you must give the complete engine number to your Perkins distributor. If there is a number in the area of the label marked TPL No, then this number must also be given to your Perkins distributor.