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Generac MD1000 Generator Set

The Generac MD1000 is a 1000 kW (1250 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Mitsubishi S12H-Y2PTAW-1 engine. It is available at 277/480 V and 346/600 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 1504 A. It holds 289 L (76.3 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. Starting uses 4 group-4 batteries at 12 V. The set measures 2500×1625×1625 mm (98.4×64.0×64.0 in), weighs about 10586 kg (23338 lb) and produces 70 dBA at 1 m. An integrated tank holds 950 L (251.0 gal), roughly 12 hours of runtime. The same S12H-Y2PTAW-1 engine also powers generator sets from Kohler, Rudox Power Generation and Simson-Maxwell.

1000 kW
Standby
2265.0 L
Displacement
3
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Service parts for the MD1000

Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.

Fuel system

1 required

Oil system

1 required

Belts

1 required

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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power1000 kW
Standby kVA1250
Prime power900 kW
EmissionsTier 2
ControllerInteliGen NT
AlternatorK1000064N22 K1000064N22 (4-pole, Class H insulation)
Voltage options277/480 V, 346/600 V
PhaseThree-Phase
Rated current1504 A
Power factor0.8
Circuit breaker1504 A
Battery group4
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity4
Coolant capacity289 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)2500×1625×1625 mm
Dry weight10586 kg
Sound level70.0 dBA @ 1 m
Fuel tank950.0 L
Tank runtime12 hr

Engine

Mitsubishi S12H-Y2PTAW-1
Coolant capacity401.0 L
Displacement2265.0 L
AspirationTurbocharged, Intercooled
Rated speed1800 rpm

Same engine, other brands

3 brands

The Mitsubishi S12H-Y2PTAW-1 in this set also powers 4 generator sets sold under 3 other brands. Service parts and maintenance intervals for the engine are shared; enclosure, alternator, controller and ratings are not.

BrandModels
Kohler1000REOZMD, 900REOZMD
Rudox Power GenerationERM1000
Simson-MaxwellSMW1000 T6-T2

Maintenance & consumables

for the Mitsubishi S12H-Y2PTAW-1
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterDry—
Fuel filterFuel Filter0161970SBY Amazon eBay
Oil filterOil Filter0161970SBY Amazon eBay
Battery8D×2—200 hr
BeltBelt0161970SBY Amazon eBay
CoolantDemineralized water or distilled water, 40-60% anti-freeze based on a theoretical temperature that is 9-18°F (5-10°C) below the lowest temperature expected in the area76.3—200 hr
Coolant filterUV/Ozone resistant hoses—12 hr
Oil200.0 L—200 hr
Spark plugN/A—200 hr

Common questions

What size generator is the Generac MD1000?

The Generac MD1000 is rated 1000 kW standby (1250.0 kVA).

Which engine powers the Generac MD1000?

The Generac MD1000 is powered by the Mitsubishi S12H-Y2PTAW-1 engine.

Is the Generac MD1000 diesel or gas?

The Generac MD1000 runs on Diesel.

What is the cooling system capacity of the Generac MD1000?

The Generac MD1000 cooling system holds 289 liters (76.3 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the prime power rating of the Generac MD1000?

The Generac MD1000 is rated 900 kW prime (1125 kVA), against 1000 kW standby.

What is the sound level of the Generac MD1000?

The Generac MD1000 is rated at 70.0 dBA at 1 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the dry weight of the Generac MD1000?

The Generac MD1000 has a dry weight of 10586 kg (23338 lb).

How big is the fuel tank on the Generac MD1000?

The Generac MD1000 has a 950 liter (251 US gallon) fuel tank, giving about 12 hours of runtime.

What voltage does the Generac MD1000 produce?

The Generac MD1000 is offered in 277/480 V, 346/600 V, Three-Phase-phase.

How many cold cranking amps does the Generac MD1000 require?

The Generac MD1000 uses 4 batteryies, 12 V each, group 4, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What alternator does the Generac MD1000 use?

The Generac MD1000 uses a K1000064N22 K1000064N22 alternator. It has 4 poles. Insulation class H.

Which oil filter part number does the Generac MD1000 take?

The Generac MD1000 uses oil filter part number 0161970SBY.

What fuel filter fits the Generac MD1000?

The Generac MD1000 uses fuel filter part number 0161970SBY.

Parts

15
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
0161970SBYBattery1Battery Amazon eBay
01865Fuel/Water Filtering SystemFuel filter Amazon eBay
18650Oil filterOil filter Amazon
01859Serial Number LocationsService part / kit Amazon eBay
01860GFCI Receptacle and Interior Light TimerService part / kit Amazon eBay
01861Component Locations - Left SideService part / kit Amazon eBay
01862Component Locations - Right SideService part / kit Amazon eBay
01863Control PanelService part / kit Amazon eBay
01864Digital ControllerService part / kit Amazon eBay
01866Parallel Setup and OperationService part / kit Amazon eBay
01867Generator Output ConnectionsService part / kit Amazon eBay
01868Voltage RegulatorService part / kit Amazon eBay
01870A299X- 68-03 fos! 104 F1035-12045 25-01 | 29 5 | F1805-10020 68-01 fo5 19Service part / kit Amazon eBay
01871Maintenance schedule and basic maintenance tasks for MCG1000MT2Service part / kit Amazon eBay
01873Maintenance schedule and extended maintenance tasks for MCG1000MT2Service part / kit Amazon eBay

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Standby25%90.023.8
Standby50%166.044.0
Standby75%250.066.0
Standby100%314.082.9

Available documents

Spec sheet — md1000-0l1428a (Generac)Reference — COUNTY-JAIL (Generac)Parts manual — 0173810sby-md1000 (Generac)Parts manual — Generac 1000kW MD1000 Diesel Generator 37.1L (Generac)

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