50Hz Weichai 16M55D2900E310 2400kW 3000kVA Diesel Generator Set

50Hz Weichai 2400kW 3000kVA Diesel Generator Set
1. Product Overview
The 50Hz 2400kW 3000kVA Weichai 16M55D2900E310 diesel generator set is a high-power industrial-grade power generation equipment developed based on Weichai’s mature M55 high-end engine platform. This heavy-duty diesel generator set is specially designed for large-scale continuous power supply and emergency backup power scenarios, featuring stable output, low fuel consumption and strong environmental adaptability. As a mainstream 3000kVA industrial diesel generator, it perfectly balances high power performance and operational economy, and is one of the most reliable prime power and standby power solutions for large industrial and commercial projects.
This 2400kW Weichai diesel generator adopts a 16-cylinder V-type four-stroke engine structure, complies with China’s non-road Stage III emission standards, and can operate stably in high-temperature, high-altitude and low-temperature harsh environments. It is widely favored in the market for its long service life, low failure rate and convenient daily maintenance, and is a hot-selling high-power diesel generator for engineering construction, industrial production and public infrastructure power supply.
2. Complete Technical Parameter Table (English Standard)
The following table sorts out the core rated parameters and conventional matching parameters of the Weichai 16M55D2900E310 diesel generator set, covering power parameters, engine parameters, alternator parameters and overall equipment parameters, which fully meets the technical reference needs of engineering selection, project bidding and equipment commissioning.
Parameter Item | Technical Data | Remarks |
Generator Set Model | 16M55D2900E310 | Weichai original power generation special model |
Rated Frequency | 50Hz | Standard industrial power frequency |
Prime Power | 2400kW / 3000kVA | Long-term continuous operating power |
Standby Power | 2640kW / 3300kVA | Short-time emergency peak power |
Rated Voltage | 400V/230V Three-phase four-wire | Universal industrial and commercial voltage |
Rated Speed | 1500r/min | Constant speed power generation |
Engine Brand & Model | Weichai 16M55D2900E310 | High-power M55 platform engine |
Engine Structure | 16-cylinder V-type, 4-stroke, turbocharged intercooled | High power density design |
Emission Standard | China Non-road Stage III | Environmentally compliant |
100% Load Fuel Consumption | 608L/H | Stable economic fuel consumption |
Protection Grade | IP54 | Dustproof and rainproof for outdoor use |
Noise Level (7m) | ≤75dB (silent type optional) | Low noise operation |
Start Mode | Electric start / Remote start / ATS automatic start | Multiple start modes optional |
Cooling Method | Water cooling | Sustained high-load heat dissipation |
Overall Dimension (L×W×H) | Customizable according to configuration | Open/silent/container type optional |
Applicable Altitude | ≤4000m | Adapt to high-altitude areas |
Operating Temperature Range | -30℃ ~ +55℃ | Strong temperature adaptability |
3. Core Product Features
This Weichai 16M55D2900E310 3000kVA diesel generator set has outstanding performance advantages compared with similar high-power generator sets, relying on Weichai’s mature engine manufacturing technology and optimized power generation matching design. It is a high-efficiency, energy-saving and durable heavy-duty power generation equipment, with core advantages concentrated in performance, energy saving, stability and maintenance.
3.1 Stable and Reliable High-Power Output
Equipped with Weichai self-developed 16M55 series high-end industrial engine, the 16-cylinder V-type structure achieves ultra-high power density, ensuring 2400kW prime power long-term stable output without power attenuation. The unit adopts precise voltage regulation technology, with voltage regulation accuracy within ±1%, excellent dynamic load response performance, and can quickly adapt to sudden load changes. It effectively avoids voltage and frequency fluctuation problems, which is very suitable for equipment with strict power supply requirements such as precision industrial equipment and data center servers.
3.2 Low Fuel Consumption and Energy-Saving Operation
Optimized fuel injection and combustion system design greatly improves fuel utilization efficiency. The fuel consumption is only 608L/H under 100% full load operating conditions, which is significantly lower than that of peer high-power 3000kVA diesel generators. Long-term continuous operation can effectively reduce the operating cost of enterprises. Meanwhile, it meets national non-road three-stage emission standards, with low exhaust smoke and low pollutant emission, which is an environmentally friendly diesel generator that meets industrial environmental protection assessment requirements.
3.3 Strong Environmental Adaptability
The whole machine adopts IP54 high-level protection design, with good dustproof, rainproof and anti-corrosion capabilities, and can operate stably in outdoor open-air environments, mining areas, coastal humid and corrosive environments. After special calibration and testing, the unit can work normally in high temperature of 55℃, low temperature of -30℃ and high altitude areas below 4000m, solving the power supply dilemma of harsh construction and production environments. The full suspension damping system greatly reduces unit vibration and noise, improving overall operation stability.
3.4 Low Maintenance Cost and Long Service Life
Weichai 16M55 series engines have mature industrial verification, with simple internal structure and high operational stability, greatly reducing daily failure probability. The unit is designed with standardized and modularized parts, which is convenient for daily inspection, maintenance and later parts replacement. The overall service life of the equipment is far higher than that of ordinary generator sets, and the comprehensive use cost in the whole life cycle is low, which is very suitable for long-term fixed-point use of industrial enterprises.
3.5 Intelligent and Humanized Configuration
The unit can be equipped with ATS automatic switching system, remote monitoring system and intelligent fault alarm system as required. It can realize automatic start and stop, automatic grid switching, real-time data monitoring and remote fault diagnosis, realizing unattended intelligent power supply. Optional silent cover and containerized design can reduce operating noise and facilitate mobile transfer and outdoor centralized placement, meeting the differentiated use needs of different scenarios.
4. Application Scenarios
As a high-power industrial diesel generator set with 2400kW prime power and 3000kVA capacity, this Weichai generator set covers multiple core fields of industrial production, infrastructure construction and public service guarantee. It can be used as both long-term main power supply and emergency standby power supply, and is widely applicable to large-scale projects with high power demand and high power supply stability requirements.
4.1 Large Industrial Production Field
It is the preferred prime power supply for large factories, mining enterprises, petroleum and chemical plants, and metallurgical enterprises. Traditional industrial production has large power load and long continuous operation time, and municipal power grid fluctuation will easily cause production shutdown and equipment damage. The 3000kVA high-power stable output of this unit can fully meet the full-load operation demand of large industrial equipment, and can replace municipal power grid for long-term power supply in remote industrial parks without complete grid coverage.
4.2 Infrastructure and Engineering Construction
It is suitable for temporary power supply of large infrastructure projects such as highway bridges, railway engineering, airport construction and water conservancy projects. Most construction sites are far from urban power grids and lack stable power supply conditions. The mobile containerized Weichai diesel generator set can provide continuous and stable power support for construction machinery, on-site office and living facilities, effectively ensuring the progress of engineering construction.
4.3 Public Facility Emergency Backup Power
It provides emergency power guarantee for key public facilities such as urban hospitals, fire stations, telecom base stations, data centers and large shopping malls. Once the municipal power grid fails or is cut off suddenly, the unit can start up quickly to maintain the normal operation of medical equipment, communication equipment, fire control system and building power supply, avoiding safety accidents and property losses caused by power outage. It is an essential emergency power supply equipment for urban public safety guarantee.
4.4 Special Scenario Power Guarantee
It can adapt to power supply needs of high-altitude plateau areas, coastal engineering, field exploration and other special harsh environments. Relying on ultra-strong environmental adaptability, it can maintain stable operation in extreme weather and complex terrain environments, and is also applicable to offshore auxiliary power supply and large commercial complex standby power supply, with wide scenario coverage and strong practicality.
5. Core Usage
Combined with parameter performance and scenario characteristics, the core usage of Weichai 16M55D2900E310 50Hz 2400kW 3000kVA diesel generator set is divided into three major categories, covering main power operation, emergency backup power and special power guarantee, which accurately matches the high-power power demand of industrial and commercial markets.
5.1 Long-Term Prime Power Supply
It is used as the main power generation equipment for areas without municipal power grid coverage or insufficient grid power, providing 24-hour continuous stable power supply for large industrial parks, remote mines, field engineering bases and other places. Relying on low fuel consumption and high stability, it realizes long-term economical operation and solves the problem of insufficient basic power supply in remote areas.
5.2 Emergency Standby Power Supply
It serves as backup power equipment for key enterprises and public facilities. When the municipal power grid is overhauled, failed or suddenly cut off, the unit is automatically started to quickly switch power supply, ensure the uninterrupted operation of key production equipment and public service facilities, reduce power outage losses, and improve the safety and stability of enterprise production and urban operation.
5.3 Peak Shaving Power Supplement
In the peak period of urban power consumption and industrial power shortage, it is used as peak shaving power equipment to supplement grid power shortage, alleviate the pressure of municipal power grid operation, avoid production restriction and power outage of enterprises due to grid overload, and ensure the continuous and stable operation of industrial production.
6. FAQ (Common Frequently Asked Questions)
Q1: What is the difference between 2400kW prime power and 3000kVA standby power of this Weichai generator set?
Prime power (2400kW/3000kVA) refers to the long-term continuous operable rated power of the unit, which can run stably for a long time under 100% load and is suitable for daily continuous power supply. Standby power (2640kW/3300kVA) is the short-term peak power, which is only used for emergency overload operation when the main power fails, and cannot run at full load for a long time. In actual selection, users need to match the power according to daily load demand to avoid long-term overload operation affecting the service life of the unit.
Q2: Can this 16M55D2900E310 diesel generator set operate stably in high temperature and high altitude environments?
Yes, it can operate stably in harsh environments. This Weichai high-power generator set has passed strict extreme environment tests, with a normal operating temperature range of -30℃ to 55℃ and a maximum applicable altitude of 4000 meters. The turbocharged intercooled engine structure can effectively compensate power loss in high-altitude low-pressure environments, and the IP54 protection design can resist high-temperature dust and rain erosion. It is fully applicable to plateau mining, high-temperature industrial parks and other harsh scenarios.
Q3: What optional configurations can be matched with this 3000kVA diesel generator set?
This unit supports a variety of personalized optional configurations to meet different usage needs. Conventional optional configurations include silent noise reduction cover, integrated container device, ATS automatic switching control system, remote cloud monitoring system, low-temperature preheating start device, rainproof and dustproof protective cover, and mobile trailer bracket. The silent configuration can reduce the operating noise to below 75dB, the ATS system realizes unattended automatic power switching, and the low-temperature preheating device ensures smooth start-up in ultra-low temperature environments, which greatly improves the applicability and intelligence of the equipment.

