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Generac SD040 Generator Set

The Generac SD040 is a 40 kW (50 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Generac SD040 engine. It is available at 208/240 V, 208/208 V, 277/480 V and 346/600 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 167 A. It holds about 7 L (1.8 gal) of oil and 9.5 L (2.5 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. Starting uses 1 group-161970 battery at 12 V. The set measures 1948×950×1147 mm (76.7×37.4×45.2 in), weighs about 790 kg (1742 lb) and produces 75 dBA at 1 m. An integrated tank holds 211 L (55.7 gal), roughly 60 hours of runtime.

40 kW
Standby
3.4 L
Displacement
7.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power40 kW
Standby kVA50
Prime power36 kW
EmissionsEPA Certified Stationary Emergency
ControllerDigital H Control Panel- Dual 4x20 Display
Oil capacity7.0 L
Alternator390mm (4-pole, Class H insulation)
Voltage options208/240 V, 208/208 V, 277/480 V, 346/600 V
PhaseThree-Phase
Rated current167 A
Power factor0.8
Circuit breaker167 A
Battery groupSee Battery Index 0161970SBY
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity1
Coolant capacity9.5 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)1948×950×1147 mm
Dry weight790 kg
Sound level75.0 dBA @ 1 m
Fuel tank211.0 L
Tank runtime60 hr

Engine

Generac SD040
Oil capacity7.0 L
Coolant capacity9.5 L
Displacement3.4 L
AspirationTurbocharged/Aftercooled
Rated speed1800 rpm

Common questions

How many kW is the Generac SD040?

The Generac SD040 is rated 40 kW standby (50.0 kVA).

What engine does the Generac SD040 use?

The Generac SD040 is powered by the Generac SD040 engine.

What kind of fuel does the Generac SD040 run on?

The Generac SD040 runs on Diesel.

How much oil does the Generac SD040 take?

The Generac SD040 engine in the Generac SD040 has an oil capacity of 7.0 liters.

What alternator does the Generac SD040 use?

The Generac SD040 uses a 390mm alternator. It has 4 poles. Insulation class H.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Standby25%4.21.1
Standby50%7.31.9
Standby75%10.22.7
Standby100%13.33.5

Available documents

Spec sheet — sd040-40kw-diesel-generator-specsheet (Generac)