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Generac MD1000GEM Generator Set

The Generac MD1000GEM is a 1000 kW (1250 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Generac 16.0L engine. It is available at 277/480 V and 346/600 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 1505 A. It holds about 48 L (12.7 gal) of oil and 462 L (122.0 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 40 °C. Starting uses 2 group-8 batteries rated 1155 CCA at 12 V. The set measures 258×96×151 mm (10.2×3.8×5.9 in), weighs about 25130 kg (55402 lb) and produces 14 dBA at 853 m. An integrated tank holds 258 L (68.2 gal), roughly 21000 hours of runtime.

1000 kW
Standby
16.12 L
Displacement
48.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power1000 kW
Standby kVA1250
Prime power900 kW
EmissionsEPA Certified Stationary Emergency
ControllerDigital H Control Panel - Dual 4x20 Display
Oil capacity48.0 L
AlternatorGenerac WEG
Voltage options277/480 V, 346/600 V
Phase3
Rated current1505 A
Power factor0.8
Circuit breaker1000 A
Battery group8D
Battery cranking1155 CCA
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity2
Coolant capacity462 L
Max ambient40 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)258×96×151 mm
Dry weight25130 kg
Sound level14.0 dBA @ 853 m
Fuel tank258.0 L
Tank runtime21000 hr

Engine

Generac 16.0L
Oil capacity48.0 L
Coolant capacity60.2 L
Displacement16.12 L
AspirationTurbocharged/Aftercooled
Rated speed1800 rpm

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Generac MD1000GEM?

The Generac MD1000GEM is rated 1000 kW standby (1250.0 kVA).

What engine does the Generac MD1000GEM use?

The Generac MD1000GEM is powered by the Generac 16.0L engine.

What fuel does the Generac MD1000GEM use?

The Generac MD1000GEM runs on Diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the Generac MD1000GEM?

The Generac 16.0L engine in the Generac MD1000GEM has an oil capacity of 48.0 liters.

What alternator does the Generac MD1000GEM use?

The Generac MD1000GEM uses a Generac WEG alternator.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime100%212.856.2
Standby100%237.062.6

Available documents

Spec sheet — md01000gem-1000kw-gemini-diesel-generator-specsheet (Generac)