Cummins RS36 36kW QuietConnect Standby Generator — 120/240V 1-Phase — A051Y417
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At a glance
- Standby Power
- 36 kW
- Voltage / Phase
- 120/240V single-phase (150A); 3-phase options available (120/208V, 120/240V, 277/480V)
- Fuel
- Natural Gas or LP (propane vapor), single-fuel field-selectable
- Engine
- 2.4L turbocharged, cast iron in-line 4-cylinder, 1800 rpm
- Cooling
- Liquid-cooled (50°C ambient cooling system)
- Sound Level
- 63 dB(A) at 23 ft (Sound Level 2 enclosure)
- Dimensions (L x W x H)
- 94 in x 34 in x 45.5 in (2388 x 864 x 1156 mm)
- Weight
- 1294 lbs (587 kg)
- Enclosure
- Aluminum, powder-coated, 180 MPH wind rating
- Control
- Cummins PowerCommand electronic control, NFPA 110 Level 1 capable
- Warranty
- 2-year standby base warranty (extended options available)
- Transfer Switch
- Sold separately (RA Series ATS, 100A/200A, service & non-service entrance)
Why this generator
- Powerful 36 kW liquid-cooled output runs on natural gas or propane, field-selectable to match your fuel supply
- 2.4L turbocharged 4-cylinder engine with cast-iron block built for reliable cold-weather starts down to -40°F
- Whisper-quiet 63 dB(A) operation thanks to an advanced sound-attenuated aluminum enclosure
- Rugged powder-coated aluminum enclosure rated to withstand 180 MPH winds and resist corrosion
- PowerCommand electronic control delivers remote start/stop, precise voltage/frequency regulation, and NFPA 110 Level 1 compliance
- Flexible exercise mode runs as little as 2 minutes every 6 months to cut fuel use, emissions, and noise
Everything you need to know
The Cummins C36N6 is a 36 kW natural gas or LP standby generator from the Cummins QuietConnect commercial-grade series — a liquid-cooled machine built to carry large homes, estates, and small commercial sites through extended utility outages. Permanently connected to your natural gas or propane supply, it runs as long as fuel flows, with no refueling and no tanks to monitor.
Automatic, Hands-Off Backup
Paired with a Cummins automatic transfer switch, the C36N6 monitors utility power continuously, starts within seconds of an outage, and transfers the full load automatically — then returns to utility power and shuts down once the grid is restored. No manual switching, no cords, and no downtime for the systems that can't go dark.
Commercial-Grade Power & Control
Cummins PowerCommand control governs the C36N6 with precise voltage and frequency regulation and strong motor-starting capability — critical for hard-starting loads like central air conditioning, well and irrigation pumps, refrigeration, and three-phase equipment. It's the same power pedigree Cummins builds for hospitals, data centers, and critical facilities, scaled for large residential and small commercial use.
Natural Gas or Propane — Continuous Runtime
Connected to a utility natural-gas line, the C36N6 runs continuously through even multi-day outages with no refueling. On LP it draws from your on-site propane tank. Either way you get clean, continuous power without the fuel logistics of diesel, ideal anywhere a gas line is available.
Factory-Authorized, Quote-Based Pricing
Total Generator Pros is a factory-authorized Cummins dealer. Because every large-format standby installation is engineered to the site, pricing on the C36N6 is quote-based. Request a free quote and we'll spec the unit, transfer switch, and installation for your project — with free nationwide shipping, turnkey installation across North & South Carolina, and 0% APR financing available on qualifying orders.
- 36 kW standby power
- Cummins QuietConnect series, liquid-cooled
- Natural gas or LP (propane) fuel
- Cummins PowerCommand digital control
- Automatic whole-building transfer with a Cummins ATS
- Commercial-grade, engineered for large residential and small commercial use
- Model C36N6
Frequently asked questions
What fuel does the A051Y417 run on?+
The A051Y417 runs on natural gas or LP (propane), selectable at install.
Does the price include installation?+
No — the online price covers the unit shipped free to the lower 48. Professional installation is available in NC & SC on a quote basis; outside that area we'll help you find a qualified local installer.
How fast does it ship?+
Free curbside / liftgate shipping to the contiguous 48 states. Made-to-order units typically ship in 12 weeks or less.
What warranty is included?+
5-year limited factory warranty, registered and supported directly through Cummins.
Is financing available?+
Yes — 0% APR financing is available on qualifying orders. Ask us for details before checkout.
Free curbside shipping
Liftgate delivery to the lower 48. Ships in 12 weeks or less (made-to-order commercial unit).
Install help, no upsell
We size, spec, and connect you with a vetted local installer — or talk your contractor through it for free.
Real Cummins warranty
Full 5-year limited warranty — registered and supported through Cummins directly.