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Detroit Diesel cs12 Generator Set

The Detroit Diesel cs12 is a 305 kW (381.25 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a Detroit Diesel 12v-71N engine. It is available at 480 V, 60 Hz. It holds about 36 L (9.5 gal) of oil and 116.4 L (30.7 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 40 °C. Starting uses battery rated 1050 CCA at 24 V. The set measures 2540×1231×1641 mm (100.0×48.5×64.6 in) and weighs about 4082 kg (8999 lb).

305 kW
Standby
14.0 L
Displacement
36.0 L
Oil capacity
2
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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power305 kW
Standby kVA381
Oil capacity36.0 L
Voltage options480 V
Power factor0.8
Battery cranking1050 CCA
Battery voltage24 V
Coolant capacity116.4 L
Max ambient40 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)2540×1231×1641 mm
Dry weight4082 kg

Engine

Detroit Diesel 12v-71N
Oil capacity36.0 L
Coolant capacity52.0 L
Displacement14.0 L
Rated speed1800 rpm

Common questions

How many kW is the Detroit Diesel cs12?

The Detroit Diesel cs12 is rated 305 kW standby (381.25 kVA).

Which engine powers the Detroit Diesel cs12?

The Detroit Diesel cs12 is powered by the Detroit Diesel 12v-71N engine.

What fuel does the Detroit Diesel cs12 use?

The Detroit Diesel cs12 runs on diesel.

What's the oil capacity on a Detroit Diesel cs12?

The Detroit Diesel 12v-71N engine in the Detroit Diesel cs12 has an oil capacity of 36.0 liters.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Standby25%29.97.9
Standby50%56.815.0
Standby75%79.521.0
Standby100%96.925.6

Available documents

Engine spec — 12V71TA-Marine-Pleasure-Craft (Detroit Diesel)Spec sheet — 12V71N-Standby-Generator-Set (Detroit Diesel)