Franklin Electric Centrifugal SAE Engine Drive 13″
Franklin Electric 13 inch SAE engine drive centrifugal pump is one of the highest-performing direct engine-mounted surface pumps in the Franklin Electric lineup and one of the top-ranked pages at Ken’s Distributing Company (Kendisco) with a position near the top of page one in Google search results. With capacities up to 2,800 GPM, heads up to 360 feet, and a stainless steel impeller built for wear resistance and long service life, the 13 inch SAE engine drive model is the right choice for large-scale agricultural irrigation, municipal water supply, mining water management, and construction dewatering operations where a direct engine-coupled pump is required.
Ken’s Distributing stocks the Franklin Electric 13 inch SAE engine drive centrifugal pump in four model configurations along with genuine replacement parts including volute cases, 316 stainless steel impellers, and SAE 660 bronze wear rings. If you are specifying a new installation or replacing components in an existing pump, the team at Kendisco can help you confirm engine compatibility and identify the right parts for your model.
What Is the Franklin Electric 13 Inch SAE Engine Drive Centrifugal Pump?
The Franklin Electric 13 inch SAE engine drive centrifugal pump mounts directly to a compatible engine using an SAE standard bell housing and a 1-1/2 inch 10-tooth splined shaft. SAE stands for Society of Automotive Engineers, and the SAE bell housing standard defines the dimensional interface between the engine flywheel housing and the pump. The double-drilled bell housing on this pump accommodates multiple SAE flywheel housing sizes, which simplifies engine compatibility matching in the field.
The 316 stainless steel impeller is a key differentiator of the 13 inch model compared to the cast iron impellers used on smaller pumps in the Franklin Electric engine drive series. Stainless steel provides significantly better resistance to corrosion, erosion, and cavitation damage, extending impeller service life in applications that involve treated water, mineral-heavy source water, or continuous high-duty-cycle operation. The XS6x8-13 model uses a split case volute that reduces radial bearing load at the highest flow rates in the series, further improving bearing life in demanding pump station installations.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Capacity | 2,800 GPM |
| Maximum Head | 360 Feet |
| Maximum Working Pressure | 250 PSI |
| Maximum Temperature | 212 degrees F |
| Rotation | Clockwise when viewed from motor end |
| Pipe Connections | Class 150 Flanged |
| Impeller Size | 13 Inch |
| Impeller Type | Enclosed, High Efficiency |
| Impeller Material | 316 Stainless Steel |
| Volute Material | Cast Iron, ASTM-A48 Class 30 |
| Volute Design (XS6x8-13) | Split Case Volute for Reduced Radial Bearing Load |
| Power Frame | Heavy-Duty Iron, Oversized Shaft, Max-Life Bearings |
| Drive Shaft | 1-1/2 inch, 10-Tooth Splined |
| Engine Mount | SAE Standard Bell Housing, Double-Drilled |
| Seal Options | Packed-Box with Lantern Ring or Mechanical Seal (Carbon/Ceramic, Nitrile Elastomers, 300 Series Stainless Steel) |
| Wear Rings | Replaceable SAE 660 Bronze |
| Shaft Sleeve | Replaceable |
| Packing Gland | Two-Piece Stainless Steel |
| Jack-Out Holes | Casing and Frame |
| Lifting Bosses | Frame and Volute |
Available Port Size Configurations
| Model | Discharge Size | Suction Size |
|---|---|---|
| XS25x3-13 | 2-1/2 inch | 3 inch |
| XS3x4-13 | 3 inch | 4 inch |
| XS4x6-13H | 4 inch | 6 inch |
| XS6x8-13 | 6 inch | 8 inch |
Pump Features
- Heavy cast iron volute with back pull-out design and rotatable housing for ease of installation and discharge plumbing alignment
- Split case volute on the XS6x8-13 model reduces radial bearing load at maximum flow rates, extending bearing service life in high-duty-cycle pump station installations
- Enclosed 316 stainless steel impeller for superior wear resistance, corrosion resistance, and high efficiency across the full flow range
- SAE standard bell housing with double-drilled configuration for direct engine mounting compatibility across multiple SAE flywheel housing sizes
- 1-1/2 inch 10-tooth splined shaft for direct connection to engine flywheel without intermediate couplings, belts, or sheaves
- Heavy-duty iron power frame with oversized shaft and max-life bearings for sustained high-load direct drive operation
- Packed-box seal with lantern ring or carbon ceramic mechanical seal with nitrile elastomers and 300 series stainless steel components
- Replaceable SAE 660 bronze wear rings at the volute case for extended pump efficiency over the service life
- Replaceable shaft sleeve to protect the main shaft from wear in remote field service conditions
- Both casing and frame jack-out holes for ease of disassembly and service without disconnecting piping
- Frame and volute lifting bosses for safe handling of the large pump assembly during installation and service operations
- Two-piece stainless steel packing gland for packed-box seal configurations
- Class 150 flanged pipe connections across all four model port size configurations
Applications and Industries
The Franklin Electric 13 inch SAE engine drive centrifugal pump handles the highest-demand direct engine-drive pumping applications in the Franklin Electric surface pump series at Ken’s Distributing. Its 2,800 GPM capacity, 360-foot head rating, and stainless steel impeller make it a reliable choice for large irrigation districts, municipal pump stations, and industrial operations that run engine-driven pumps continuously or in high-duty-cycle service.
- Large-scale agricultural and irrigation district pump stations powered by stationary diesel or gas engines
- Commercial water transfer operations with engine-driven pump skids
- Construction site dewatering with large diesel engine-driven pump units
- Municipal water supply and emergency response engine-driven pump stations
- Mining water management and high-volume process water transfer
- Light industrial high-volume water transfer with engine drive
13 Inch SAE Engine Drive vs. 9 Inch SAE Engine Drive: Which Do You Need?
Both the 9 inch and 13 inch SAE engine drive models are available at Ken’s Distributing and use the same direct engine mount configuration. The right choice depends on your flow and head requirements.
| Specification | 9 Inch SAE Engine Drive | 13 Inch SAE Engine Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Maximum Capacity | 2,000 GPM | 2,800 GPM |
| Maximum Head | 260 Feet | 360 Feet |
| Maximum Pressure | 250 PSI | 250 PSI |
| Impeller Material | Cast Iron | 316 Stainless Steel |
| Split Case Volute Option | No | Yes (XS6x8-13) |
| Port Sizes Available | 3×4, 6×8 | 2.5×3, 3×4, 4×6, 6×8 |
If your application needs more than 2,000 GPM or more than 260 feet of head, the 13 inch model is the right choice. If you are not sure which model fits your system design, contact Ken’s Distributing Company and the team at Kendisco will help you compare performance curves and confirm engine compatibility for your specific installation.
Exploded parts
MATERIALS AND PARTS
| Fig. No. | Part Description | Part No. | Materials of Construction | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS25x3-13 | XS3x4-13 | XS4x6-13H | XS6x8-13 | |||
| 1 | Volute Case | 305464034 | 305464001 | 305464017 | 305464018 | Cast iron, ASTM-48 Class 30 |
| 2 | Impeller | – | 305464002 | 305464063 | 305464021 | 316 Stainless steel |
| Not Shown | Impeller (4 x 6 – 13) | – | 305464020 | – | 316 Stainless steel | |
| 4A | Wear Ring, Volute Case | 305464036 | 305464003 | 305464023 | 305464024 | SAE 660 bronze |
| 4B | Wear Ring, Seal Plate | 305464003 | 305464025 | SAE 660 bronze | ||
| 5 | Pump Shaft | See Shaft Kits | Stressproof® AISI 1144 | |||
| 6 | Bearing Frame | 305464055 | Cast iron, ASTM-48 Class 30 | |||
| 8 | SAE Bellhousing, 4/5 | 305464038 | Cast iron, ASTM-48 Class 30 | |||
| 8 | SAE Bellhousing, 2/3 | 305464039 | Cast iron, ASTM-48 Class 30 | |||
| 9 | Bearing Frame Cover | 305464040 | Cast iron, ASTM-48 Class 30 | |||
| 10 | Mechanical Seal Back Plate | 305464006 | 305464026 | Cast iron, ASTM-48 Class 30 | ||
| 11 | Packing Seal Back Plate | 305464007 | 305464027 | Cast iron, ASTM-48 Class 30 | ||
| 12A | Packing Shaft Sleeve | 305464008 | 305464028 | 416 Stainless steel | ||
| 12B | Mechanical Seal Shaft Sleeve | 305464009 | 305464029 | 416 Stainless steel | ||
| 13 | Packing Ring Set | 305731918 | Graphite/cotton | |||
| 14 | Lantern Ring | 305464011 | Acetal | |||
| 15 | Packing Gland (2 piece) | 305464012 | 316 Stainless steel | |||
| 16 | Bearing, Pump Side | 305463145 | Steel | |||
| 17 | Bearing, Drive Side | 305463146 | Steel | |||
| 18 | Flat Socket Cap Screw, Seal Plate (8 pack) | 305463147 | 300 Series stainless steel | |||
| 20 | Mechanical Seal Assembly | 305464013 | 305464030 | Misc. | ||
| 21 | Packing Gland Assembly | 305464014 | 305464031 | Misc. | ||
| 26 | Lip Seal, Pump/Drive Side | 305463148 | Nitrile | |||
| 30 | Mechanical Seal Retaining Ring | 305463149 | 316 Stainless steel | |||
| 35 | Shaft Key, Impeller (2 pack) | 305463150 | 305464032 | 316 Stainless steel | ||
| 42 | Bearing Thrust Ring | 305463151 | Carbon steel | |||
| 43 | Bearing Snap Ring | 305463152 | 316 Stainless steel | |||
| 90 | Mechanical Shaft Seal | 305463153 | Carbon/ceramic/nitrile/316 stainless steel | |||
| 100 | O-ring, Volute Case | 305463154 | Nitrile | |||
| 503 | Water Slinger | 305464015 | Neoprene | |||
| 510 | Hex Cap Screw, Impeller | 305463155 | 305463167 | 316 Stainless steel, grade 5 | ||
| 520 | Washer, Impeller | 305464016 | 305464033 | 300 Series stainless steel | ||
| 525 | Lock Washer, Impeller | 305463156 | 305463168 | 316 Stainless steel | ||
| 529 | Nut, Packing Gland (4 pack) | 305463157 | Zinc-plated steel | |||
| 531 | Stud, Packing Gland (2 pack) | 305463158 | Zinc-plated steel | |||
| 540 | Flat Socket Cap Screw, Seal (8 pack) | 305463159 | Nylon | |||
| 500A | Pipe Plug (4 pack) | 305463175 | 305463144 | 305463175 | CAD-plated steel | |
| 502A | Grease Zerk, Straight (2 pack) | 305463160 | CAD-plated steel | |||
| 502B | Grease Zerk, 65 Deg. (2 pack) | 305463161 | CAD-plated steel | |||
| 502C | Grease Zerk, 90 Deg. (2 pack) | 305464041 | CAD-plated steel | |||
| 530A | Hex Cap Screw, Bearing Cover (4 pack) | 305463162 | Zinc-plated steel, grade 5 | |||
| 530A | Hex Cap Screw, SAE Housing (8 pack) | 305463162 | Zinc-plated steel, grade 5 | |||
| 530B | Hex Cap Screw, Volute Case (8 pack) | 305463163 | Zinc-plated steel, grade 5 | |||
| 533A | Hex Cap Lock Washer, Bearing Cover (4 pack) | 305463164 | Zinc-plated steel | |||
| 533A | Hex Cap Lock Washer, SAE Housing (8 pack) | 305463164 | Zinc-plated steel | |||
| 533B | Hex Cap Lock Washer, Volute Case (8 pack) | 305463067 | Zinc-plated steel | |||
| Not Shown | Mechanical Sleeve Set Screw | 305463165 | 300 Series stainless steel | |||
| Not Shown | Shaft Replacement Kit, Packing (Includes 5, 12, 16, 17, 35, 42, 43) | 305731909 | 305731911 | Misc. | ||
| Not Shown | Shaft Replacement Kit, Seal (Includes 5, 12, 16, 17, 35, 42, 43) | 305731910 | 305731912 | Misc. | ||
ORDERING INFORMATION
| Pump Model | Volute | Rotation | Shaft Sealing | Fit | Impeller Material | Model Description | Order No. | Wt. (lbs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 x 4 – 13 | Flanged | CW | Packing | 4/5 | Stainless Steel | XS4313-SA45P | 66040313345 | 360 |
| Packing | 2/3 | XS4313-SA23P | 66040313323 | 370 | ||||
| Mechanical | 4/5 | XS4313-SA45M | 67040313345 | 360 | ||||
| Mechanical | 2/3 | XS4313-SA23M | 67040313323 | 370 | ||||
| 4 x 6 – 13H | Packing | 4/5 | XS6413H-SA45P | 66060413445 | 370 | |||
| Packing | 2/3 | XS6413H-SA23P | 66060413423 | 380 | ||||
| Mechanical | 4/5 | XS6413H-SA45M | 67060413445 | 370 | ||||
| Mechanical | 2/3 | XS6413H-SA23M | 67060413423 | 380 | ||||
| 6 x 8 – 13 | Packing | 4/5 | XS8613-SA45P | 66080613345 | 450 | |||
| Packing | 2/3 | XS8613-SA23P | 66080613323 | 460 | ||||
| Mechanical | 4/5 | XS8613-SA45M | 67080613345 | 450 | ||||
| Mechanical | 2/3 | XS8613-SA23M | 67080613323 | 460 |
DIMENSIONS
| Size | Suction | Discharge | Connection | Rotation | Dimensions (in) | ||||||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CP | X | Y | Z | DD1 | DD2 | MP | H | A | SAE | B1 | F1 | N1 | SAE | B2 | F2 | N2 | |||||
| 3 x 4 – 13 | 4 | 3 | Flange | CW | 22.04 | 9.00 | 3.00 | 8.00 | 8.87 | 20.62 | 5.25 | 0.52 | 19.25 | 2 | 17.63 | 13.83 | 3.00 | 3 | 16.13 | 14.08 | 2.75 |
| 4 | 3 | 22.04 | 9.00 | 3.00 | 8.00 | 8.87 | 20.62 | 5.25 | 0.52 | 15.88 | 4 | 14.25 | 13.83 | 3.00 | 5 | 12.38 | 14.08 | 2.75 | |||
| 4 x 6 – 13H | 6 | 4 | 22.39 | 9.00 | 3.00 | 7.50 | 8.75 | 20.75 | 5.60 | 0.52 | 19.25 | 2 | 17.63 | 13.83 | 3.00 | 3 | 16.13 | 14.08 | 2.75 | ||
| 6 | 4 | 22.39 | 9.00 | 3.00 | 7.50 | 8.75 | 20.75 | 5.60 | 0.52 | 15.88 | 4 | 14.25 | 13.83 | 3.00 | 5 | 12.38 | 14.08 | 2.75 | |||
| 6 x 8 – 13 | 8 | 6 | 23.59 | 11.94 | 4.00 | 8.75 | 10.16 | 24.40 | 6.80 | 0.52 | 19.25 | 2 | 17.63 | 13.83 | 3.00 | 3 | 16.13 | 14.08 | 2.75 | ||
| 8 | 6 | 23.59 | 11.94 | 4.00 | 8.75 | 10.16 | 24.40 | 6.80 | 0.52 | 15.88 | 4 | 14.25 | 13.83 | 3.00 | 5 | 12.38 | 14.08 | 2.75 | |||
| SAE No. | A | B | C | Bolt Holes | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No. | Diameter | ||||||||
| mm | in | mm | in | mm | in | mm | in | ||
| 1 | 511.18 | 20.13 | 530.23 | 20.88 | 552.45 | 21.75 | 12 | 11.91 | 15/32 |
| 2 | 447.68 | 17.63 | 466.73 | 18.38 | 488.95 | 19.25 | 12 | 10.32 | 13/32 |
| 3 | 409.58 | 16.13 | 428.63 | 16.88 | 450.85 | 17.75 | 12 | 10.32 | 13/32 |
| 4 | 361.95 | 14.25 | 381.00 | 15.00 | 403.23 | 15.88 | 12 | 10.32 | 13/32 |
| 5 | 314.33 | 12.38 | 333.38 | 13.13 | 355.60 | 14.00 | 8 | 10.32 | 13/32 |
Performance Curve
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Franklin Electric 13 inch SAE engine drive centrifugal pump used for?
The Franklin Electric 13 inch SAE engine drive centrifugal pump is used for large-scale agricultural irrigation, municipal water supply, construction dewatering, mining water management, and industrial water transfer applications where a direct engine-to-pump connection via SAE bell housing is the required drive arrangement. It delivers up to 2,800 GPM at heads up to 360 feet, making it the highest-capacity SAE engine drive model in the Franklin Electric surface pump series at Ken’s Distributing.
What does SAE engine drive mean on the 13 inch pump?
SAE engine drive means the pump mounts directly to an engine using a standardized SAE bell housing bolt pattern and a 1-1/2 inch 10-tooth splined shaft that connects to the engine flywheel. There are no belts, sheaves, or intermediate couplings between the engine and the pump impeller. The double-drilled bell housing is compatible with multiple SAE flywheel housing sizes, making it easier to match the pump to different engine models in the field.
Why does the 13 inch model use a stainless steel impeller instead of cast iron?
The 316 stainless steel impeller on the Franklin Electric 13 inch SAE engine drive pump provides better resistance to corrosion, erosion, and cavitation damage than cast iron at the high flow rates and pressures this pump operates at. In irrigation, municipal, and mining applications where the pump runs continuously or handles water with mineral content, the stainless steel impeller delivers significantly longer service life than a cast iron alternative.
What is a split case volute and why does the XS6x8-13 use one?
A split case volute divides the flow path around the impeller into two symmetrical channels rather than a single spiral. This balances the hydraulic forces acting radially on the impeller, reducing the radial load on the bearings. On the XS6x8-13 model which operates at the highest flow rates in the 13 inch series, the split case volute extends bearing service life significantly in high-duty-cycle pump station applications where the pump runs for extended periods.
Can this pump be serviced without disconnecting the piping?
Yes. The Franklin Electric 13 inch SAE engine drive centrifugal pump uses a back pull-out design with both casing and frame jack-out holes that allow the rotating assembly to be removed for service without disconnecting the suction or discharge flanges. Frame and volute lifting bosses are also provided for safe handling of the large pump assembly during service operations.
How does the 13 inch SAE model compare to the 9 inch SAE engine drive pump?
The 13 inch SAE engine drive model delivers up to 2,800 GPM at heads up to 360 feet with a 316 stainless steel impeller and split case volute option. The 9 inch SAE model delivers up to 2,000 GPM at heads up to 260 feet with a cast iron impeller. Choose the 13 inch model when your flow requirement exceeds 2,000 GPM or your head requirement exceeds 260 feet. Both models are available at Ken’s Distributing Company.
Where can I order the Franklin Electric 13 inch SAE engine drive pump?
You can order the Franklin Electric 13 inch SAE engine drive centrifugal pump and all available genuine replacement parts from Ken’s Distributing Company at kendisco.com. If you need help confirming SAE bell housing compatibility with your engine, selecting the right port size configuration, or identifying specific replacement part numbers for your model, the team at Kendisco is ready to assist.
Ken’s Distributing Company is a trusted Franklin Electric distributor serving agricultural, municipal, construction, mining, and industrial customers. Whether you are specifying a new large-capacity engine-driven pump station or maintaining an existing Franklin Electric 13 inch SAE installation, Kendisco has the product knowledge and inventory to support your project from initial specification through long-term service and repair.