Specifications
| Frequency | 50.0 Hz |
|---|---|
| Standby power | 550 kW |
| Standby kVA | 550 |
| Prime power | 435 kW |
| Oil capacity | 62.0 L |
| Alternator | Mecc Alte ECO 40-3SN/4 (4-pole, Class H insulation) |
| Voltage options | 415/240 V, 380/220 V, 240/139 V, 230/133 V, 220/127 V |
| Phase | 3 |
| Power factor | 0.8 |
| Battery quantity | 2 |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 4860×2060×2630 mm |
| Dry weight | 6440 kg |
| Fuel tank | 1000.0 L |
Engine
| Oil capacity | 62.0 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 58.0 L |
| Displacement | 15.2 L |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged and air-to-air charge cooled |
| Rated speed | 1500 rpm |
Filters for the Perkins 2506A-E15TAG2
2Engine-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.
| System | Filter | Description | Cross-references | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oil filter | P551808 | Lube Filter, Spin-On Full Flow | PERKINS 4587260, NAPA 7792, BALDWIN B7299, CLAAS 0000900651 | KuduParts $80.00 |
| Fuel filter | P551311 | Fuel Filter, Spin-On Secondary | PERKINS 4650996, BALDWIN BF7587, TAMROCK 019854051, LOESING 025133 | KuduParts $147.00 FridayParts $151.84 |
Same engine, other brands
4 brandsThe Perkins 2506A-E15TAG2 in this set also powers 5 generator sets sold under 4 other brands. Service parts and maintenance intervals for the engine are shared; enclosure, alternator, controller and ratings are not.
| Brand | Models |
|---|---|
| FG Wilson | P500P3, P550E3 |
| AKSA | AD550 |
| Caps | CP550-TP1 |
| Pramac | P550-1 |
Maintenance & consumables
for the Perkins 2506A-E15TAG2| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | — | ||||
| Fuel filter | Replaceable Element | — | |||
| Oil filter | 6 / In Line | — | 1500 hr | ||
| Battery | — | ||||
| Belt | Paper Element 18" | — | |||
| Coolant | 1000.0 | — | |||
| Oil | Replaceable Element | — | |||
| Spark plug | Replaceable Element | — |
Common questions
How many kW is the Perkins ERP-500S?
The Perkins ERP-500S is rated 550 kW standby (550.0 kVA).
What engine does the Perkins ERP-500S use?
The Perkins ERP-500S is powered by the Perkins 2506A-E15TAG2 engine.
What is the oil capacity of the Perkins ERP-500S?
The Perkins 2506A-E15TAG2 engine in the Perkins ERP-500S has an oil capacity of 62.0 liters.
How much coolant does the Perkins ERP-500S hold?
The Perkins ERP-500S cooling system holds 58 liters (15.3 US gallons) for the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
What is the continuous rating of the Perkins ERP-500S?
The Perkins ERP-500S is rated 435 kW prime (500 kVA), against 550 kW standby.
How much does the Perkins ERP-500S weigh?
The Perkins ERP-500S has a dry weight of 6440 kg (14197 lb).
What size fuel tank does the Perkins ERP-500S have?
The Perkins ERP-500S has a 1000 liter (264 US gallon) fuel tank.
What voltage does the Perkins ERP-500S produce?
The Perkins ERP-500S is offered in 415/240 V, 380/220 V, 240/139 V, 230/133 V, 220/127 V, 3-phase.
What size battery does the Perkins ERP-500S need?
The Perkins ERP-500S uses 2 batteryies, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
What alternator comes on the Perkins ERP-500S?
The Perkins ERP-500S uses a Mecc Alte ECO 40-3SN/4 alternator. It has 4 poles. Insulation class H.
Fuel consumption
| Rating | Load | L/h | gal/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime | 50% | 200.63 | 53.0 |
| Prime | 75% | 287.69 | 76.0 |
| Prime | 100% | 378.54 | 100.0 |
Available documents
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