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Generac SD250 Generator Set

The Generac SD250 is a 250 kW (313 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Generac 12.0DTA engine. It is available at 120/208 V, 120/240 V, 277/480 V and 346/600 V, Three-Phase-phase and 60 Hz. It holds about 28 L (7.4 gal) of oil and 49.2 L (13.0 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. Starting uses 2 group-31 batteries rated 995 CCA at 12 V. The set measures 3250×1357×1460 mm (128.0×53.4×57.5 in), weighs about 1926 kg (4246 lb) and produces 87 dBA at 7 m.

250 kW
Standby
11.945 L
Displacement
28.0 L
Oil capacity
2
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power250 kW
Standby kVA313
Prime power225 kW
EmissionsTier III
ControllerH100 Digital
Oil capacity28.0 L
Alternator520 (4-pole, Class H insulation)
Voltage options120/208 V, 120/240 V, 277/480 V, 600 V
Phase3-phase
Power factor0.8
Battery group31
Battery cranking995 CCA
Battery voltage12 VDC V
Battery quantity2
Coolant capacity49.2 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)3250×1357×1460 mm
Dry weight1926 kg
Sound level87.0 dBA @ 7 m

Engine

Generac 12.0DTA
Oil capacity31.0 L
Coolant capacity22.0 L
Displacement11.945 L
AspirationTurbocharged, Aftercooled
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Generac 12.0DTA
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter1500 hr find
Fuel filter2000 hr find
Oil filterRE5382452000 hr PartsGeek kuduparts $16.00
Belt2000 hr find
Coolant3000 hr
Coolant filterCoolers, Coolant pump weep hole foam filter2000 hr find
Oil2000 hr

Compatible filters for the Generac 12.0DTA — cross-referenced via Donaldson. Options to verify against your serial number, not confirmed for this exact unit.

  • Air filter: John Deere RE587794 John Deere 4S00686R John Deere AH115833 John Deere F071151 John Deere F071150
  • Fuel filter: John Deere N378886 John Deere AR103220 John Deere RE522688 John Deere AT365869 John Deere RE539465

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Generac SD250?

The Generac SD250 is rated 250 kW standby (313.0 kVA).

What engine does the Generac SD250 use?

The Generac SD250 is powered by the Generac 12.0DTA engine.

What fuel does the Generac SD250 use?

The Generac SD250 runs on Diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the Generac SD250?

The Generac 12.0DTA engine in the Generac SD250 has an oil capacity of 31.0 liters.

What alternator does the Generac SD250 use?

The Generac SD250 uses a 520 alternator. It has 4 poles. Insulation class H.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime25%18.95.0
Prime50%36.09.5
Prime75%51.113.5
Prime100%63.616.8
Standby25%20.85.5
Standby50%39.410.4
Standby75%56.014.8
Standby100%70.018.5

Available documents

Brochure — 0159280SBY (Generac)Brochure — 0166950SBY (Generac)Spec sheet — 0159280SBY (Generac)Spec sheet — 0165850SBY (Generac)Spec sheet — 0173300SBY (Generac)Spec sheet — 0185780SBY (Generac)Spec sheet — 0185780sby-c-sd250-8-7l (Generac)Spec sheet — Generac 250kW SD0250 Diesel Generator 8.7L (Generac)Spec sheet — sd0250-250kw-diesel-generator-specsheet (Generac)Spec sheet — sd230-250 2 (Generac)