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Generac MD900 Generator Set

The Generac MD900 is a 900 kW (1125 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Mitsubishi S12H-Y2PTAW-1 engine. It is available at 120/208 V, 120/240 V, 277/480 V and 347/600 V, Three-Phase-phase and 60 Hz. It holds about 180 L (47.6 gal) of oil and 287.6 L (76.0 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. Starting uses 2 group-8 batteries at 12 V. The set measures 4420×2261×2489 mm (174.0×89.0×98.0 in) and weighs about 9473 kg (20884 lb). The same S12H-Y2PTAW-1 engine also powers generator sets from Kohler, Rudox Power Generation and Simson-Maxwell.

900 kW
Standby
37.11 L
Displacement
180.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power900 kW
Standby kVA1125
Prime power810 kW
EmissionsTier 2
ControllerInteliGen NT Display
Oil capacity180.0 L
Alternator1000kW, 125°C, NEMA H (4-pole, Class H insulation)
Voltage options120/208 V, 120/240 V, 277/480 V, 347/600 V
PhaseThree-Phase
Power factor0.8
Battery group8D
Battery voltage12 VDC V
Battery quantity2
Coolant capacity287.6 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)4420×2261×2489 mm
Dry weight9473 kg

Engine

Mitsubishi S12H-Y2PTAW-1
Oil capacity200.0 L
Coolant capacity288.0 L
Displacement37.11 L
AspirationTurbocharged
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Mitsubishi S12H-Y2PTAW-1
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter find
Fuel filter×4 find
Oil filterCartridge×5GM13942 Amazon eBay $25.00 PartsGeek
Belt find
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 area
Oil200.030 hr

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Generac MD900?

The Generac MD900 is rated 900 kW standby (1125.0 kVA).

What engine does the Generac MD900 use?

The Generac MD900 is powered by the Mitsubishi S12H-Y2PTAW-1 engine.

What fuel does the Generac MD900 use?

The Generac MD900 runs on Diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the Generac MD900?

The Mitsubishi S12H-Y2PTAW-1 engine in the Generac MD900 has an oil capacity of 200.0 liters.

What alternator does the Generac MD900 use?

The Generac MD900 uses a 1000kW, 125°C, NEMA H alternator. It has 4 poles. Insulation class H.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
01865Fuel/Water Filtering SystemFuel filter PartsGeek
18650Oil filter PartsGeek
01858Engine Oil RecommendationsService part / kit PartsGeek
01859Serial Number LocationsService part / kit PartsGeek
01860GFCI Receptacle and Interior Light TimerService part / kit PartsGeek
01861Component Locations - Left SideService part / kit PartsGeek
01862Component Locations - Right SideService part / kit PartsGeek
01863Control PanelService part / kit PartsGeek
01864Digital ControllerService part / kit PartsGeek
01866Parallel Setup and OperationService part / kit PartsGeek
01867Generator Output ConnectionsService part / kit PartsGeek
01868Voltage RegulatorService part / kit PartsGeek
01870Transfer switch operation manualService part / kit PartsGeek
01871Maintenance schedule and basic maintenance tasks for MCG1000MT2Service part / kit PartsGeek
01873Maintenance schedule and extended maintenance tasks for MCG1000MT2Service part / kit PartsGeek

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%92.024.3
Standby50%160.142.3
Standby75%233.261.6
Standby100%294.977.9

Available documents

Spec sheet — Generac 900kW MD900 Diesel Generator 37.1L (Generac)Spec sheet — md900-0l1427a (Generac)