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Perkins 2506C-E15TAG2

2500 Series

The Perkins 2506C-E15TAG2 is a 15-litre inline-6 diesel engine for generator sets, rated at 550 kVA / 440 kWe standby power at 1,500 RPM (50 Hz). It is a liquid-cooled engine built in United Kingdom. It meets Euro Stage IIIA / U.S. EPA Tier 3 emissions standards.

Perkins 2506C-E15TAG2|HEAVY INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION
GENSET ARCHITECTURE: L615 L
HEAVY-DUTY GENSET INTEGRATION PLATFORM
POWER CLASSIFICATION563 kVA
ELECTRICAL OUTPUT450 kWe
FUEL SYSTEMDiesel
READY FOR TURNKEY PACKAGING

Standby Power

563 kVA

Electrical Output

450 kWe

Cylinders / Config

L6

Displacement

15 L

Rated Speed

1,500 RPM

ISO 8528 Power Ratings

Power Factor: 0.8 pf

kWm = mechanical engine shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = apparent electrical power.

50 Hz Grid Frequency1500 RPM
Operating DutykWm (Mechanical)kWe (Electrical)kVA (Rating)
Prime444.4400500
Standby488.9440550
60 Hz Grid Frequency1800 RPM
Operating DutykWm (Mechanical)kWe (Electrical)kVA (Rating)
Prime444.4400500
Standby500450562.5

Mechanical & Electrical Specifications

BrandPerkins
Model2506C-E15TAG2
Series2500 Series
ConfigurationL6
Cylinders6
Displacement15 L
Fuel TypeDiesel
Ignition TypeCompression Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardEuro Stage IIIA / U.S. EPA Tier 3
Country of OriginUnited Kingdom

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the power output of the Perkins 2506C-E15TAG2?

The Perkins 2506C-E15TAG2 is rated at 550 kVA standby / 500 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 563 kVA standby / 500 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the 2506C-E15TAG2 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Perkins 2506C-E15TAG2 is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the Perkins 2506C-E15TAG2 use?

The Perkins 2506C-E15TAG2 is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the 2506C-E15TAG2?

The Perkins 2506C-E15TAG2 is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 15 L.

What emissions standard does the 2506C-E15TAG2 meet?

The Perkins 2506C-E15TAG2 is certified to Euro Stage IIIA / U.S. EPA Tier 3 emissions standards.

Is the Perkins 2506C-E15TAG2 still in production?

Yes — the Perkins 2506C-E15TAG2 is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the 2506C-E15TAG2?

Yes — an official Perkins datasheet for the Perkins 2506C-E15TAG2 can be downloaded from this page.

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