Specifications
| Fuel | Diesel |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 60.0 Hz |
| Standby power | 1500 kW |
| Standby kVA | 1500 |
| Prime power | 1200 kW |
| Emissions | Tier 2 |
| Controller | E Control Panel |
| Oil capacity | 220.0 L |
| Alternator | LSA (4-pole, Class H insulation) |
| Voltage options | 277/480 V, 600 V |
| Phase | 3-phase |
| Power factor | 0.8 |
| Battery group | 8D |
| Battery voltage | 24V V |
| Battery quantity | 2 |
| Coolant capacity | 397 L |
| Max ambient | 50 °C |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 5266×2376×2847 mm |
| Dry weight | 12405 kg |
Engine
| Oil capacity | 220.0 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 159.0 L |
| Displacement | 48.75 L |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged/Aftercooled |
| Rated speed | 1800 rpm |
Common questions
What is the power rating of the Generac SD1500?
The Generac SD1500 is rated 1500 kW standby (1500.0 kVA).
What engine does the Generac SD1500 use?
The Generac SD1500 is powered by the Detroit Diesel 12V4000 engine.
What fuel does the Generac SD1500 use?
The Generac SD1500 runs on Diesel.
What is the oil capacity of the Generac SD1500?
The Detroit Diesel 12V4000 engine in the Generac SD1500 has an oil capacity of 220.0 liters.
What alternator does the Generac SD1500 use?
The Generac SD1500 uses a LSA alternator. It has 4 poles. Insulation class H.
Fuel consumption
| Rating | Load | L/h | gal/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime | 25% | 83.0 | 22.0 |
| Prime | 50% | 155.0 | 41.0 |
| Prime | 75% | 227.0 | 60.0 |
| Prime | 100% | 306.0 | 81.0 |
| Standby | 25% | 106.0 | 28.0 |
| Standby | 50% | 193.0 | 51.0 |
| Standby | 75% | 284.0 | 75.0 |
| Standby | 100% | 382.0 | 101.0 |
Available documents
Spec sheet — 0165970SBY (Generac)Spec sheet — Generac 1500kW SD1500 Diesel Generator 65.4L (Generac)Spec sheet — sd1500 0l1872 1 (Generac)