Key Specs
Producing reliable power at 1500 ekW at 60 Hz, the Caterpillar D1500 diesel generator set is made to meet the needs of your standby and mission critical applications with the new C32B engine with best-in-class power density combining a compact and lighter design. The generator set meets the US EPA stationary emergency emission requirements with Tier 2 certification.
Best-in-class power density and footprint with savings on installation cost
Provides full power even on hottest days of the year
Ensures enhanced safety and reduced risks enabling improved safety with the 3rd edition updates
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| Standby Rating | 1500 ekW 1500 ekW |
| Emissions/Fuel Strategy | U.S. EPA Tier 2 Certified U.S. EPA Tier 2 Certified |
| Voltage | 220 - 600 Volts 220 - 600 Volts |
| Frequency | 60 Hz 60 Hz |
| Speed | 1800 rpm 1800 rpm |
| Duty Cycle | Standby / Mission Critical Standby / Mission Critical |
| Mission Critical | 1500 ekW 1500 ekW |
| Engine Model | C32 TA, V-12, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel C32 TA, V-12, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel |
| Bore | 5.71 in 145 mm |
| Stroke | 6.38 in 162 mm |
| Displacement | 1958.86 in³ 32.1 l |
| Compression Ratio | 14:1 14:1 |
| Aspiration | TA TA |
| Fuel System | EUI EUI |
| Governor Type | Adem™A5 Adem™A5 |
| Length - Minimum | 191.4 in 4862 mm |
| Length - Maximum | 200 in 5080 mm |
| Width - Minimum | 90 in 2286 mm |
| Width - Maximum | 90 in 2286 mm |
| Height - Minimum | 102.4 in 2268 mm |
| Height - Maximum | 102.4 in 2601 mm |
| Dry Weight - Genset (minimum) | 19511 lb 8850 kg |
| Dry Weight - Genset (maximum) | 21411 lb 9712 kg |
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