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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

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.

What alternator does the SDMO GS500UC use?

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

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
FF42000ORFuel1Fuel filter Amazon eBay
FF5074Fuel2Fuel filter Amazon $37.43 eBay $19.95
LF3654Lube, By-Pass Spin-On1Oil filter Amazon $38.90 eBay $113.90 FridayParts $99.00
LF3675Lube, Full-Flow Spin-On1Oil filter Amazon $39.95 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)
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