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225 kW Standby Diesel Generator (Volvo Engine)

225 kW Standby Diesel Generator (Volvo Engine)

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8 - 16 Week Lead Time
1 Year / 1,000 Hour Warranty - Parts & Service Guidance Included

This 225 kW generator is powered by the Volvo TAD851GE, a 7.7 L turbocharged & aftercooled diesel engine engineered for dependable backup power, low operating stress, and long term serviceability. Volvo engines are built for demanding commercial and industrial environments with established parts and service support across North America and internationally.

The alternator is a Stamford UCDI274J brushless unit rated for 230 kW, coupled with a Deepsea DSE digital controller providing automated monitoring and fault protection. The genset is delivered in a soundproof weatherproof enclosure with an 8 hour dual wall base fuel tank, integrated Webasto style coolant heater, and 12V electric start system.

Remote monitoring capability with real time controller data
Brushless Stamford alternator
Webasto style coolant heater for cold climate starts
Soundproof weather protection enclosure
8 hour dual wall base fuel tank
Electronic speed governor
Generator Package Ratings & Configuration
Model
VD230-3480
Power Node
225 kW
Rated Voltage
480 V
Frequency/Speed
60 Hz/1800rpm
Power Factor
0.8
Phase
3
Available Voltages
208-600 V 3PH
Emissions
EPA Tier 3
Volvo Engine Technical Specifications
Model
TAD851GE
Prime Power/Speed
207 kW/1800rpm
Standby Power/Speed
230 kW/1800rpm
Manufacturer
Volvo
Number of Cylinders
6 Cylinders
Cycle
4-Cycle
Aspiration
Turbocharged & Aftercooled
Bore x Stroke (mm x mm)
110 x 135
Displacement
7.7 L
Compression Ratio
17.5:1
Speed Governor
Electronic
Cooling System
Liquid
Fuel Consumption at 75% Load
48.1 L/h
Starter Motor
12V
Alternator
12V
Stamford Alternator Technical Specifications
Alternator Model
UCDI274J
Power
230 kW
Frequency/Speed
60 Hz/1800rpm
Exciter Type
Single, Brushless, Self-Excited
Power Factor
0.8
Voltage Regulation NL-FL
MX341
Insulation Grade
H
Protection Grade
IP23
Phase
3
Available Voltages
208-600 V 3PH
Standby Amps - 480V
345.8 A
Prime Amps - 480V
311.2 A
TIF
50
One-Step Load Acceptance
100% of Rating
Deepsea Control Panel Monitoring & Protection DSE Digital Readouts
DSE - DSE7320 MKII

Monitoring

  • Voltage
  • Current
  • Frequency
  • Power
  • Engine Parameters

Communications

  • USB
  • RS485
  • Ethernet (with expansion)
  • DSEWebNet Compatible
  • Electronic and Mechanical Engines

Protection

  • Over/Under Voltage
  • Over/Under Frequency
  • Overcurrent
  • Engine Shutdowns
  • 250 Events
  • CE, UL, cUL

Prime Power Rating

Continuous operation at variable load with no annual hour restriction. Permits 10% overload capacity for one hour in every twelve hour cycle where supported by the engine rating and site conditions.

Standby Power Rating

Emergency backup operation at variable load during utility outage. Rated for the duration of the power interruption. No overload permitted.

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All images are for illustration purposes only. Actual product may vary. Every unit undergoes full load testing at 50%, 75%, 100%, and 110% with verification of all control and safety shutdown functions before shipment. Engineered to ISO 8528 / GB2820, NEC, CEC standards. Specifications, emissions suitability, options, pricing, and availability must be confirmed by Mulciber before order acceptance.