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MQ Power 1500 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set Generator Set

The MQ Power 1500 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set is a 1500 kW (1875 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Cummins/Onan QSK50-G4 engine. It is available at 480 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 2255 A. It holds about 178 L (47.0 gal) of oil and 140 L (37.0 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 93 °C. Starting uses 1 group-1800 battery rated 1800 CCA at 24 V. The set measures 2438×12192×4137 mm (96.0×480.0×162.9 in), weighs about 21083 kg (46480 lb) and produces not specified dBA at not specified m. An integrated tank holds 900 L (237.8 gal), roughly not specified hours of runtime. The same QSK50-G4 engine also powers generator sets from Cummins/Onan.

1500 kW
Standby
50.3 L
Displacement
178.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power1500 kW
Standby kVA1875
Prime power1250 kW
EmissionsEPA Certified
ControllerDGC-2020
Oil capacity178.0 L
AlternatorMarathon 742RSL4050 (4-pole, Class Class H insulation)
Voltage options480 V
Phase3
Rated current2255 A
Power factor0.8
Circuit breaker2255 A
Battery group1800
Battery cranking1800 CCA
Battery voltage24 V
Battery quantity1
Coolant capacity140.0 L
Max ambient93 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)2438×12192×4137 mm
Dry weight21083 kg
Fuel tank900.0 L
Tank runtimenot specified hr

Engine

Cummins/Onan QSK50-G4
Oil capacity235.0 L
Coolant capacity113.0 L
Displacement50.3 L
AspirationTurbocharged and low temperature after-cooled
Rated speed113 rpm

Filters for the Cummins/Onan QSK50-G4

1

Engine-mounted filters the filter manufacturers list for this engine family. These come from the engine, not from this generator set’s own parts list, so confirm against your serial number before ordering.

Listed for this engine in only one kind of machine, so they may depend on how the engine was installed:

SystemFilterDescriptionCross-references
Fuel / water separatorP550849Fuel Filter, Water Separator CartridgeCUMMINS 3944901S, NAPA 3763, BALDWIN PF7928, DAVCO 102526 FridayParts $20.90 KuduParts $39.00

Same engine, other brands

1 brand

The Cummins/Onan QSK50-G4 in this set also powers 8 generator sets sold under 1 other brand. Service parts and maintenance intervals for the engine are shared; enclosure, alternator, controller and ratings are not.

BrandModels
Cummins/OnanC1500 D6RG, DQGAA, DQGAB, DQGAB-5897093, DQGAB-6630738, DQGAB-6630740, DQGAB-7244871, QSK50-G4

Maintenance & consumables

for the Cummins/Onan QSK50-G4
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter—
Fuel filter—
Oil filter—222 hr
Battery×4—
Belt—
Coolant140.0—
FuelASTM-D975/No.1 or No.2-D—
Oil235.0 L—
Spark plug—

Common questions

What size generator is the MQ Power 1500 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set?

The MQ Power 1500 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set is rated 1500 kW standby (1875.0 kVA).

What engine does the MQ Power 1500 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set use?

The MQ Power 1500 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set is powered by the Cummins/Onan QSK50-G4 engine.

What fuel does the MQ Power 1500 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set use?

The MQ Power 1500 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set runs on Diesel.

What's the oil capacity on a MQ Power 1500 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set?

The Cummins/Onan QSK50-G4 engine in the MQ Power 1500 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set has an oil capacity of 235.0 liters.

What is the cooling system capacity of the MQ Power 1500 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set?

The MQ Power 1500 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set cooling system holds 140 liters (37.0 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the continuous rating of the MQ Power 1500 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set?

The MQ Power 1500 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set is rated 1250 kW prime (1562 kVA), against 1500 kW standby.

How much does the MQ Power 1500 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set weigh?

The MQ Power 1500 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set has a dry weight of 21083 kg (46480 lb).

What size fuel tank does the MQ Power 1500 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set have?

The MQ Power 1500 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set has a 900 liter (238 US gallon) fuel tank, giving about not specified hours of runtime.

What voltage does the MQ Power 1500 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set produce?

The MQ Power 1500 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set is offered in 480 V, 3-phase.

How many cold cranking amps does the MQ Power 1500 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set require?

The MQ Power 1500 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set uses 1 battery, 24 V each, 1800 CCA, group 1800, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

Which alternator is fitted to the MQ Power 1500 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set?

The MQ Power 1500 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set uses a Marathon 742RSL4050 alternator. It has 4 poles. Insulation class Class H.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
140-3963Cleaner, Air (Spec A-C Metal)2Air filter Amazon
149-2792Filter, Fuel1Fuel filter Amazon eBay
501-0970-01Line, Fuel1Hose Amazon eBay
503-1705Hose, Hump2Hose Amazon eBay
503-2754-01Hose, Oil1Hose Amazon eBay
503-2754-02Hose, Oil1Hose Amazon eBay
543-0088Package, Fuel Filter1Fuel filter Amazon eBay
6794600Washer, Sealing1Seal Amazon eBay
AF2559300Air Cleaner replacement element (Nelson), for Air Cleaner Housing 140-37371Air filter Amazon eBay
102-1335Plug, Oil Drain1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
140-1548Indicator, Service1Service part / kit Amazon eBay $49.99 NAPA $32.16

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
Prime25%29.2111.0
Prime50%47.6180.0
Prime75%68.0257.0
Prime100%87.3330.0
Standby25%29.2111.0
Standby50%47.6180.0
Standby75%972.85257.0
Standby100%87.3330.0

Available documents

Parts manual — MQ EGC1500C Cummins-QSK50-G4 (MQ Power)

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