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Generac MD1500 Generator Set

The Generac MD1500 is a 1500 kW (2000 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Mitsubishi S16R-Y2PTAW-1 engine. It is available at 120/208 V, 120/240 V, 277/480 V and 347/600 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 5205 A. It holds about 200 L (52.8 gal) of oil and 155 L (40.9 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. Starting uses 4 group-8 batteries at 12 V. The set measures 5844×2712×2955 mm (230.1×106.8×116.3 in), weighs about 15912 kg (35080 lb) and produces N/A dBA at N/A m. An integrated tank holds N/A L (None gal), roughly N/A hours of runtime. The same S16R-Y2PTAW-1 engine also powers generator sets from Kohler and Rudox Power Generation.

1500 kW
Standby
65.4 L
Displacement
200.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power1500 kW
Standby kVA2000
Prime power1350 kW
EmissionsTier 2
ControllerInteliGen NT Display
Oil capacity200.0 L
AlternatorPS8 Type x 2
Voltage options120/208 V, 120/240 V, 277/480 V, 347/600 V
PhaseThree-Phase
Rated current5205 A
Power factor0.8
Circuit breaker5205 A
Battery group8D
Battery voltage12 VDC V
Battery quantity4
Coolant capacity155.0 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)5844×2712×2955 mm
Dry weight15912 kg
Fuel tank65.4 L
Tank runtimeN/A hr

Engine

Mitsubishi S16R-Y2PTAW-1
Oil capacity200.0 L
Coolant capacity170.0 L
Displacement65.4 L
AspirationTurbocharged
Rated speed1800 rpm

Same engine, other brands

2 brands

The Mitsubishi S16R-Y2PTAW-1 in this set also powers 5 generator sets sold under 2 other brands. Service parts and maintenance intervals for the engine are shared; enclosure, alternator, controller and ratings are not.

BrandModels
Rudox Power GenerationERM1500, ERM1600, ERM2000
Kohler1600REOZM, 1600REOZMD

Maintenance & consumables

for the Mitsubishi S16R-Y2PTAW-1
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter4, Secondary×4—
Fuel filter4, Secondary×4—
Oil filter4, Secondary×4—
BatteryFour, 1150×4—
Belt4, Secondary×4—
Spark plug4, Secondary×4—

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Generac MD1500?

The Generac MD1500 is rated 1500 kW standby (2000.0 kVA).

What engine is in the Generac MD1500?

The Generac MD1500 is powered by the Mitsubishi S16R-Y2PTAW-1 engine.

What kind of fuel does the Generac MD1500 run on?

The Generac MD1500 runs on Diesel.

How much oil does the Generac MD1500 take?

The Mitsubishi S16R-Y2PTAW-1 engine in the Generac MD1500 has an oil capacity of 200.0 liters.

What is the cooling system capacity of the Generac MD1500?

The Generac MD1500 cooling system holds 155 liters (40.9 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the prime power rating of the Generac MD1500?

The Generac MD1500 is rated 1350 kW prime (1800 kVA), against 1500 kW standby.

What is the dry weight of the Generac MD1500?

The Generac MD1500 has a dry weight of 15912 kg (35079 lb).

What size fuel tank does the Generac MD1500 have?

The Generac MD1500 has a 65.4 liter (17 US gallon) fuel tank, giving about N/A hours of runtime.

What voltages is the Generac MD1500 available in?

The Generac MD1500 is offered in 120/208 V, 120/240 V, 277/480 V, 347/600 V, Three-Phase-phase.

How many cold cranking amps does the Generac MD1500 require?

The Generac MD1500 uses 4 batteryies, 12 VDC V each, group 8D, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What alternator comes on the Generac MD1500?

The Generac MD1500 uses a PS8 Type x 2 alternator.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Standby25%143.838.0
Standby50%246.065.0
Standby75%356.294.1
Standby100%479.2126.6

Available documents

Spec sheet — Generac 1500kW MD1500 Diesel Generator 65.4L (Generac)Spec sheet — md1500-1500kw-diesel-generator-specsheet (Generac)Spec sheet — md1500 0l1872a (Generac)

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