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The Perkins 1500 Series gives electric power customers the perfect balance of low ownership costs, world-class power density and dependable performance. With a proven, validated core, robust fuel system and excellent capability at altitude and in intense heat, these engines provide an ideal solution for customers operating in tough climate conditions in unregulated territories.
Features At A Glance
Greater functionality
A great feature of the series is the ease with which users can move between 50-60 Hz power frequencies. So if you're a rental company shipping from Lebanon to Saudi Arabia, for example, you just flick a switch to meet local standards. There's no technician to call, making life easier for you and the operator. All the engines in the 1500 Series benefit from our electric power warranty of one year unlimited hours or two years with up to 500 hours use per year. Your engine will also be supported by our highly trained global distributor network, who will ensure it keeps running whenever and wherever it's used.
Lower operating costs
The 1500 Series in designed to provide low cost of ownership, simple maintenance and reduced downtime. Oil change intervals are set at 500 hours as standard. One of its most impressive benefits is a fuel saving of up to seven percent on previous models. This is significant in terms of reducing ownership and operating costs. In fact, five to seven years of fuel savings at this level will pay for the entire cost of the engine.
Performance you can rely on
Our 1500 Series has world-class power density that is achieved using a hydraulic actuated unit injection (HEUI) fuel system. This makes the engine robust enough for any territory as it can cope with the variation in fuel quality around the world. The engines are also designed to provide reliable power even in the most extreme climates and performed above and beyond expectations in ambient testing. It also has an improved capability of up to eight percent at altitude making it a durable and dependable performer.
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Total Power Range
Gross Mechanical Output
192-358 kWm192-358 kWm
Typical Electrical Output
207-389 kVA (166-312 kWe)207-389 kVA (166-312 kWe)
Rated Speed
1500/1800 rpm1500/1800 rpm
50 Hz Typical Electrical Output
Prime
207-308 kVA207-308 kVA
Standby
228-337 kVA228-337 kVA
60 Hz Typical Electrical Output
Prime
198-282 kWe198-282 kWe
Standby
218-312 kWe218-312 kWe
Emission Standards
Emissions
Fuel OptimisedFuel Optimised
General
Number of Cylinders
6 vertical inline6 vertical inline
Bore
4.4 in112 mm
Stroke
5.9 in149 mm
Displacement
537 in³8.8 l
Compression Ratio
16.1:116.1:1
Aspiration
Turbocharged aftercooledTurbocharged aftercooled
Combustion System
Direct injectionDirect injection
Rotation from Flywheel End
Anti-clockwiseAnti-clockwise
Cooling System
LiquidLiquid
Aftertreatment
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Typical Alternator Efficiency
92%92%
Switchable
YesYes
ElectropaK Dimensions
Length
76.4 in1941 mm
Width
39.9 in1013 mm
Height
53.8 in1366 mm
Dry Weight
2549 lb1156 kg
Disclaimer
Note 1
*Final dimensions dependent on selected options*Final dimensions dependent on selected options
Definitions
Prime Power
Variable load. Unlimited hours usage with an average load of 70% of the published prime power rating. A 10% overload is available for 1 hour in every 12 hours of operation.Variable load. Unlimited hours usage with an average load of 70% of the published prime power rating. A 10% overload is available for 1 hour in every 12 hours of operation.
Standby Power
Variable load. Limited to 500 hours annual usage up to 300 hours of which may be continuous running. No overload is permitted.Variable load. Limited to 500 hours annual usage up to 300 hours of which may be continuous running. No overload is permitted.
