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MQ Power 500kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set Generator Set

The MQ Power 500kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set is a 500 kW (625 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Detroit Diesel 8V2000-G81 engine. It is available at 208 V and 480 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 1734 A. It holds about 46 L (12.2 gal) of oil and 44 L (11.6 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 40 °C. Starting uses 1 group-24 battery rated 800 CCA at 24 V. The set measures 2438×6045×3810 mm (96.0×238.0×150.0 in), weighs about 10206 kg (22500 lb) and produces not specified dBA at not specified m. An integrated tank holds 600 L (158.5 gal), roughly not specified hours of runtime.

500 kW
Standby
16.0 L
Displacement
46.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power500 kW
Standby kVA625
Prime power450 kW
EmissionsEPA Certified
ControllerInteligen vibration-isolated
Oil capacity46.0 L
AlternatorMarathon 4-Pole, Rotating Field (4-pole, Class Class H insulation)
Voltage options208 V, 480 V
Phase3
Rated current1734 A
Power factor0.8
Circuit breaker100% A
Battery group24 VDC
Battery cranking800 Ah CCA
Battery voltage24 VDC V
Battery quantity1
Coolant capacity44.0 L
Max ambient40 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)2438×6045×3810 mm
Dry weight10206 kg
Fuel tank600.0 L
Tank runtimenot specified hr

Engine

Detroit Diesel 8V2000-G81
Oil capacity46.0 L
Coolant capacity44.0 L
Displacement16.0 L
AspirationTurbocharged, Air to Water Aftercooled
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Detroit Diesel 8V2000-G81
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterDry, Dual Element—
Fuel filter30 micron Racor ® fuel filter system—
Oil filter2 Spin-on, Full Flow—
Battery24 VDC—
BeltBelt Driven, Centrifugal—

Common questions

What is the power rating of the MQ Power 500kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set?

The MQ Power 500kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set is rated 500 kW standby (625.0 kVA).

Which engine powers the MQ Power 500kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set?

The MQ Power 500kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set is powered by the Detroit Diesel 8V2000-G81 engine.

What kind of fuel does the MQ Power 500kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set run on?

The MQ Power 500kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set runs on Diesel.

How much oil does the MQ Power 500kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set take?

The Detroit Diesel 8V2000-G81 engine in the MQ Power 500kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set has an oil capacity of 46.0 liters.

What is the coolant capacity of the MQ Power 500kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set?

The MQ Power 500kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set cooling system holds 44 liters (11.6 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the prime power rating of the MQ Power 500kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set?

The MQ Power 500kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set is rated 450 kW prime (562 kVA), against 500 kW standby.

How much does the MQ Power 500kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set weigh?

The MQ Power 500kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set has a dry weight of 10206 kg (22500 lb).

How big is the fuel tank on the MQ Power 500kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set?

The MQ Power 500kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set has a 600 liter (159 US gallon) fuel tank, giving about not specified hours of runtime.

What voltages is the MQ Power 500kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set available in?

The MQ Power 500kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set is offered in 208 V, 480 V, 3-phase.

How many cold cranking amps does the MQ Power 500kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set require?

The MQ Power 500kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set uses 1 battery, 24 VDC V each, 800 Ah CCA, group 24 VDC, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

Which alternator is fitted to the MQ Power 500kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set?

The MQ Power 500kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set uses a Marathon 4-Pole, Rotating Field alternator. It has 4 poles. Insulation class Class H.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime100%142.737.7
Standby100%142.737.7

Available documents

Reference — MQ EGC500DD Detroit-Diesel-8V2000-G81 (MQ Power)

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