Specifications
| Fuel | Diesel |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 60.0 Hz |
| Standby power | 500 kW |
| Standby kVA | 625 |
| Prime power | 450 kW |
| Emissions | Stationary Emergency |
| Controller | PowerZone Pro Sync |
| Oil capacity | 45.0 L |
| Alternator | K0500124Y23 (4-pole, Class H insulation) |
| Voltage options | 120/208 V, 120/240 V, 277/480 V, 346/600 V |
| Phase | 3 |
| Rated current | 1735 A |
| Power factor | 0.8 |
| Circuit breaker | 1504 A |
| Battery group | Group 27F |
| Battery cranking | 700CCA, 90AH CCA |
| Battery voltage | 12 V |
| Battery quantity | 2 |
| Coolant capacity | 586 L |
| Max ambient | 50 °C |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 151×70×63 mm |
| Dry weight | 4733 kg |
| Sound level | 75.0 dBA @ 1 m |
| Fuel tank | 83.7 L |
| Tank runtime | 75 hr |
Engine
| Oil capacity | 38.0 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 49.0 L |
| Displacement | 15.2 L |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged/Intercooled |
| Rated speed | 1800 rpm |
Recommended fluids
| Fluid | Grade | Standard | Ambient | Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coolant | 50/50 Ethylene Glycol Antifreeze | 586.0 L | Coolant System Capacity | ||
| Fuel | Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel #2 |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Common questions
How many kW is the Generac SD500?
The Generac SD500 is rated 500 kW standby (625.0 kVA).
What engine is in the Generac SD500?
The Generac SD500 is powered by the Perkins 15.2L engine.
Is the Generac SD500 diesel or gas?
The Generac SD500 runs on Diesel.
How much oil does the Generac SD500 take?
The Perkins 15.2L engine in the Generac SD500 has an oil capacity of 38.0 liters.
How much coolant does the Generac SD500 hold?
The Generac SD500 cooling system holds 586 liters (154.8 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
What is the continuous rating of the Generac SD500?
The Generac SD500 is rated 450 kW prime (563 kVA), against 500 kW standby.
What is the sound level of the Generac SD500?
The Generac SD500 is rated at 75.0 dBA at 1 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
What is the dry weight of the Generac SD500?
The Generac SD500 has a dry weight of 4733 kg (10434 lb).
How big is the fuel tank on the Generac SD500?
The Generac SD500 has a 83.7 liter (22 US gallon) fuel tank, giving about 75 hours of runtime.
What voltages is the Generac SD500 available in?
The Generac SD500 is offered in 120/208 V, 120/240 V, 277/480 V, 346/600 V, 3-phase.
What battery does the Generac SD500 use?
The Generac SD500 uses 2 batteryies, 12 V each, 700CCA, 90AH CCA, group Group 27F, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
What alternator comes on the Generac SD500?
The Generac SD500 uses a K0500124Y23 alternator. It has 4 poles. Insulation class H.
Fuel consumption
| Rating | Load | L/h | gal/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standby | 25% | 36.3 | 9.6 |
| Standby | 50% | 69.8 | 18.45 |
| Standby | 75% | 94.25 | 24.9 |
| Standby | 100% | 117.7 | 31.1 |
Available documents
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