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SDMO GS500UC Generator Set

The SDMO GS500UC is a 500 kW (625 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Volvo Penta TAD1631GE engine. It is available at 480/277 V, 440/254 V, 240/120 V, 220/127 V and 208/120 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 1665 A. It holds about 57 L (15.1 gal) of oil and 64 L (16.9 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. Starting uses 1 group-24 battery at 24 V. The set measures 3470×1500×1980 mm (136.6×59.1×78.0 in), weighs about 3501 kg (7718 lb) and produces 72.7 dBA at 23 m. An integrated tank holds 215 L (56.8 gal). The same TAD1631GE engine also powers generator sets from AKSA.

500 kW
Standby
16.12 L
Displacement
57.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power500 kW
Standby kVA625
Prime power455 kW
EmissionsEPA CARB Certified
ControllerElectronic type ECU
Oil capacity57.0 L
AlternatorLeroy-Somer LSA 47.2 M7
Voltage options480/277 V, 440/254 V, 240/120 V, 220/127 V, 208/120 V
Phase3
Rated current1665 A
Power factor0.8
Circuit breaker752 A
Battery group24 V
Battery voltage24 V
Battery quantity1
Coolant capacity64 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)3470×1500×1980 mm
Dry weight3501 kg
Sound level72.7 dBA @ 23 m
Fuel tank215.0 L

Engine

Volvo Penta TAD1631GE
Oil capacity64.0 L
Coolant capacity64.0 L
Displacement16.12 L
AspirationTurbocharged with intercooler
Rated speed1500 rpm

Same engine, other brands

1 brand

The Volvo Penta TAD1631GE in this set also powers 1 generator set sold under 1 other brand. Service parts and maintenance intervals for the engine are shared; enclosure, alternator, controller and ratings are not.

BrandModels
AKSAAVP550

Common questions

What size generator is the SDMO GS500UC?

The SDMO GS500UC is rated 500 kW standby (625.0 kVA).

Which engine powers the SDMO GS500UC?

The SDMO GS500UC is powered by the Volvo Penta TAD1631GE engine.

What kind of fuel does the SDMO GS500UC run on?

The SDMO GS500UC runs on Diesel.

How much oil does the SDMO GS500UC take?

The Volvo Penta TAD1631GE engine in the SDMO GS500UC has an oil capacity of 64.0 liters.

How much coolant does the SDMO GS500UC hold?

The SDMO GS500UC cooling system holds 64 liters (16.9 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the prime power rating of the SDMO GS500UC?

The SDMO GS500UC is rated 455 kW prime (568 kVA), against 500 kW standby.

How loud is the SDMO GS500UC?

The SDMO GS500UC is rated at 72.7 dBA at 23 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the dry weight of the SDMO GS500UC?

The SDMO GS500UC has a dry weight of 3501 kg (7718 lb).

What size fuel tank does the SDMO GS500UC have?

The SDMO GS500UC has a 215 liter (57 US gallon) fuel tank.

What voltage does the SDMO GS500UC produce?

The SDMO GS500UC is offered in 480/277 V, 440/254 V, 240/120 V, 220/127 V, 208/120 V, 3-phase.

What size battery does the SDMO GS500UC need?

The SDMO GS500UC uses 1 battery, 24 V each, group 24 V, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What alternator does the SDMO GS500UC use?

The SDMO GS500UC uses a Leroy-Somer LSA 47.2 M7 alternator.

Parts

4
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
FF42000ORFuel, User Friendly Version1Fuel filter Amazon eBay
FF5074Fuel1Fuel filter Amazon eBay $19.95 NAPA $17.15
LF3654Lube, By-Pass Spin-On1Oil filter Amazon eBay $113.90 FridayParts $99.00
LF3675Lube, Full-Flow Spin-On1Oil filter Amazon eBay $19.95 KuduParts $31.00

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
Prime59.715.8
Prime75%87.823.2
Prime100%122.132.3
Standby100%134.3135.5
Standby110%134.3135.5

Available documents

Spec sheet — GS500UC (SDMO)Spec sheet — V550UC (SDMO)

This page was generated from the 2 manufacturer documents above by automated extraction; every figure shown is copied from one of them. How the data is compiled.

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