Waukesha INDUSTRIAL ENGINES

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Waukesha VGF18GL/GLD (F18GL/GLD)

VGF

Waukesha VGF18GL/GLD is the remote-radiator generator package using the 18 L F18GL/GLD inline-six natural-gas engine. INNIO publishes 330 kWb continuous engine output at 1800 RPM, with 310 kWe continuous and 315 kWe standby package ratings at 60 Hz.

Waukesha VGF18GL/GLD (F18GL/GLD)|MID-RANGE CLASSIFICATION
GENSET ARCHITECTURE: L6 Turbocharged Intercooled Lean Burn18 L
HEAVY-DUTY GENSET INTEGRATION PLATFORM
POWER CLASSIFICATION388 kVA
ELECTRICAL OUTPUT315 kWe
FUEL SYSTEMNatural Gas
READY FOR TURNKEY PACKAGING

Standby Power

388 kVA

Electrical Output

315 kWe

Cylinders / Config

L6 Turbocharged Intercooled Lean Burn

Displacement

18 L

Rated Speed

1,800 RPM

ISO 8528 Power Ratings

Power Factor: 0.8 pf

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

60 Hz Grid Frequency1800 RPM
Operating DutykWm (Mechanical)kWe (Electrical)kVA (Rating)
Prime330310387.5
Standby—315—

Mechanical & Electrical Specifications

BrandWaukesha
ModelVGF18GL/GLD (F18GL/GLD)
SeriesVGF
ConfigurationL6 Turbocharged Intercooled Lean Burn
Cylinders6
Displacement18 L
Compression Ratio11:1
Fuel TypeNatural Gas
Ignition TypeSpark Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardUnregulated
Country of OriginUnited States

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the power output of the Waukesha VGF18GL/GLD (F18GL/GLD)?

The Waukesha VGF18GL/GLD (F18GL/GLD) is rated at 394 kVA standby / 388 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the VGF18GL/GLD (F18GL/GLD) run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Waukesha VGF18GL/GLD (F18GL/GLD) is rated for 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the Waukesha VGF18GL/GLD (F18GL/GLD) use?

The Waukesha VGF18GL/GLD (F18GL/GLD) is a Natural Gas generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the VGF18GL/GLD (F18GL/GLD)?

The Waukesha VGF18GL/GLD (F18GL/GLD) is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 18 L.

Is the Waukesha VGF18GL/GLD (F18GL/GLD) still in production?

Yes — the Waukesha VGF18GL/GLD (F18GL/GLD) is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the VGF18GL/GLD (F18GL/GLD)?

Yes — an official Waukesha datasheet for the Waukesha VGF18GL/GLD (F18GL/GLD) can be downloaded from this page.

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