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MQ Power CG500C2 Generator Set

The MQ Power CG500C2 is a 500 kW (625 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a Cummins/Onan QSX15-G9 engine. It is available at 120/208 V and 277/480 V, 3-phase and 60 Hz. It holds about 91 L (24.0 gal) of oil and 24 L (6.3 gal) of coolant. Starting uses battery rated 1425 CCA at 24 V. The set measures 6045×2438×3810 mm (238.0×96.0×150.0 in). An integrated tank holds 3028 L (799.9 gal). The same QSX15-G9 engine also powers generator sets from Cummins/Onan.

500 kW
Standby
15.0 L
Displacement
91.0 L
Oil capacity
1
Document types

Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power500 kW
Standby kVA625
Prime power455 kW
EmissionsTier 2
ControllerPowerCommand
Oil capacity91.0 L
AlternatorStamford/AvK HCI534E1
Voltage options120/208 V, 277/480 V
Phase3
Power factor0.8
Battery cranking1425 CCA
Battery voltage24 V
Coolant capacity24 L
Dimensions (L×W×H)6045×2438×3810 mm
Fuel tank3028.0 L

Engine

Cummins/Onan QSX15-G9
Oil capacity91.0 L
Coolant capacity24.0 L
Displacement15.0 L
AspirationTurbocharged, Air to Water Aftercooled
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Cummins/Onan QSX15-G9
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter1000 hr find
Fuel filter500 hr find
Oil filter1000 hr find
Belt180 hr find
Coolant filter find
Oil45.4 L

Common questions

What is the power rating of the MQ Power CG500C2?

The MQ Power CG500C2 is rated 500 kW standby (625.0 kVA).

What engine does the MQ Power CG500C2 use?

The MQ Power CG500C2 is powered by the Cummins/Onan QSX15-G9 engine.

What fuel does the MQ Power CG500C2 use?

The MQ Power CG500C2 runs on diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the MQ Power CG500C2?

The Cummins/Onan QSX15-G9 engine in the MQ Power CG500C2 has an oil capacity of 91.0 liters.

What alternator does the MQ Power CG500C2 use?

The MQ Power CG500C2 uses a Stamford/AvK HCI534E1 alternator.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime25%37.49.9
Prime50%65.317.2
Prime75%90.523.9
Prime100%117.831.1
Standby25%43.911.6
Standby50%71.118.8
Standby75%97.225.7
Standby100%130.234.4

Available documents

Spec sheet — MQ CG500C2 Cummins-QSX15-G9 (MQ Power)