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MQ Power EGC-550V Generator Set

The MQ Power EGC-550V is a 550 kW (687 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Volvo Penta TAD1642GE engine. It is available at 120/208 V and 277/480 V, 3-phase and 60 Hz. It holds about 48 L (12.7 gal) of oil and 60 L (15.9 gal) of coolant. Starting uses battery rated 900 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 TAD1642GE engine also powers generator sets from AKSA, Kohler, SDMO, Soluciones de Energía and Volvo Penta.

550 kW
Standby
16.12 L
Displacement
48.0 L
Oil capacity
1
Document types

Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power550 kW
Standby kVA687
Prime power500 kW
EmissionsEPA Certified
ControllerInteligen
Oil capacity48.0 L
AlternatorMarathon Magna Max
Voltage options120/208 V, 277/480 V
Phase3
Power factor0.8
Battery cranking900 CCA
Battery voltage24 V
Coolant capacity60 L
Dimensions (L×W×H)6045×2438×3810 mm
Fuel tank3028.0 L

Engine

Volvo Penta TAD1642GE
Oil capacity48.1 L
Coolant capacity67.0 L
Displacement16.12 L
AspirationTurbocharged, Charge Air-Cooled
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Volvo Penta TAD1642GE
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter1000 hr find
Fuel filter500 hr find
Oil filter1000 hr find
Belt1000 hr find
Coolant60.0 L500 hr
Oil48.0 L100 hr

Compatible filters for the Volvo Penta TAD1642GE — cross-referenced via Donaldson. Options to verify against your serial number, not confirmed for this exact unit.

  • Fuel filter: Donaldson P552040 Ac Delco TP985
  • Fuel filter (primary): Donaldson P552040 Ac Delco TP985

Common questions

What is the power rating of the MQ Power EGC-550V?

The MQ Power EGC-550V is rated 550 kW standby (687.0 kVA).

What engine does the MQ Power EGC-550V use?

The MQ Power EGC-550V is powered by the Volvo Penta TAD1642GE engine.

What fuel does the MQ Power EGC-550V use?

The MQ Power EGC-550V runs on Diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the MQ Power EGC-550V?

The Volvo Penta TAD1642GE engine in the MQ Power EGC-550V has an oil capacity of 48.1 liters.

What alternator does the MQ Power EGC-550V use?

The MQ Power EGC-550V uses a Marathon Magna Max alternator.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
25%38.210.1
50%68.518.1
75%101.426.8
100%142.737.7

Available documents

Spec sheet — MQ EGC-550V Volvo-TAD1642-GE (MQ Power)