D250 GC

D250 GC (60 Hz) Generator Set

D250 GC C9 (60 Hz) 250 kW Diesel Generator sets are made to fufill current and future standby applications with reliable power.

D300 GC Open Set

DESCRIPTION

Producing reliable power of 250 ekW at 60 Hz, our D250 GC diesel generator set are designed to ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements. The D250 GC generator sets are engineered to EPA Stationary Emergency (Tier 3) emissions standards.Caterpillar is leading the power generation marketplace with Power Solutions engineered to deliver unmatched flexibility, expandability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.Electric Power

Cat Generator Set Package

  • Cat generator set packages have been fully prototype tested
  • Accepts 100% block load in one step and meets NFPA 110 loading requirements
  • Conform to ISO 8528-5 steady state and transient response requirements

Cat Diesel Engine

  • Reliable, rugged, durable design
  • Field-proven in thousands of applications worldwide
  • Four-stroke-cycle diesel engine combines consistent performance and excellent fuel economy with minimum weight

M-Frame Alternator

  • Superior motor starting capability minimizes need for oversizing alternator
  • Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Cat diesel engines
  • Robust Class H insulation

GCCP 1.2 Control Panel

  • User-friendly interface and navigation
  • Expansion modules and site-specific programming for specific customer requirements

Cooling System

  • Designed to operate in standard ambient temperatures up to104°F (40°C)
  • Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities

Certifications

  • UL 2200 Listed
  • ULC Certification Available

One Safe Source

  • Components used in the generator set are selected based on seamless design integration to provide the optimum performance
  • The generator set is fully assembled at a Caterpillar facility following our quality guidelines
  • Each generator set package is tested before leaving the Caterpillar facility
  • Cat product support, including dealer service, parts and warranty covers the entire Cat power system

Worldwide Product Support

  • Cat dealers have over 1,800 dealer branch stores operating in 200 countries
  • Your local Cat dealer provides extensive post-sale support, including maintenance and repair agreements

  • Standard Equipment
  • Optional Equipment
  • Specs
  • Docs

Standard Equipment

  • Air Inlet System
    • Air cleaner - Non canister, disposable
    • Aftercooler core
    • Turbocharger
  • Control Panel
    • GCCP 1.2
  • Cooling System
    • Jacket water pump, gear driven, centrifugal
    • Radiator sight gauge
    • Blower fan and fan drive with guards
    • Thermostats and housing
    • Coolant drain valve
    • Radiator, package mounted
  • Exhaust System
    • Exhaust manifold - dry
  • Fuel System
    • Fuel priming pump
    • Engine fuel transfer pump
    • Primary fuel filter w/integral water separator and secondary filter, spin on
    • Integral tank base, 24 hours, UL142
  • Generator Set
    • Factory tested to design specifications at full load conditions
    • Complete system designed & built at ISO 9001:2000 certified facilities
    • All protective devices and control functions simulated and checked
  • Generators and Generator Attachments
    • Easy access to AVR and terminals
    • Insulation system, Class H
    • Brushless, self-excited 2/3 pitch (600V uses Internal excitation (IE))
    • Voltage regulator (single phase sensing)
    • Terminal box, IP22 RHS facing, bottom cable entry
    • 12 Leads
    • Standard winding protection for non-harsh environments with relative humidity ? 95%
    • IP23 Protection
  • Governing System
    • Cat electronic governor (ADEM A4)
  • Lube System
    • Oil filler and dipstick
    • Lubricating oil, CK-4 (10W-30)
    • Shallow oil pan
    • Oil filter, spin on
    • Fumes disposal to front of radiator
    • Oil cooler
    • Oil drain with valve
  • Mounting System
    • Includes lifting provisions and termination points for coolant and lube oil drain lines
    • Captive linear vibration isolators between base and engine-generator
  • Protection
    • Safety shutoff - Overspeed
    • Safety shutoff - High water temperature
    • Safety shutoff - Low oil pressure
  • Starting/Charging System
    • 24-volt electric starting motor
    • 24V, 45 Amp Charging alternator
  • General
    • Vibration damper
    • Lifting eyes
    • Parts book

Optional Equipment

  • Air Inlet System
    • Air cleaner (Non canister disposable)
  • Bases, Mounting & Fuel Tanks
    • Integral tank base, 24 hours, UL142
    • Audio & visual fuel alarm (@90% fuel level)
    • Wide Base - Skid
    • Fuel tank pill pipe & lockable cap
  • Circuit breaker
    • 400A LS/I
    • 600A LS/I
    • 1200A LSI
    • 600A LSI
    • 1200A LS/I
    • Auxiliary contacts
    • 400A LSI
    • 800A LSI
    • 800A LS/I
  • Control System
    • Twist release, Red button emergency stop
    • Product link remote monitoring hardware
    • 16 -light NFPA 99/110 Annunciator
    • Volt free contacts
    • Ground fault relay
    • 20A GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter)
    • Audible alarm Gp
    • 100A Load center
  • Enclosures
    • E-Stop
    • AC & DC Source lights
    • Sound attenuated Level 2 enclosure (White)
  • Exhaust System
    • 6" Muffler - 25 dBA attenuation
    • Flexible exhaust connection
    • Manifold and turbocharger guards
  • Generator
    • Permanent magnet excitation (PMG) generator
    • Space heater
  • Starting System
    • Standard battery set: 1000 CCA, 90 amp/hr.
    • Battery charger (UL Certified)
    • Jacket water heater
  • General
    • CSA Certification
    • Extended Service Coverage
    • Generator test report
    • UL2200 Certification

Specs

Overview

Long Name:
D250 GC (60 Hz) Generator Set
Name:
D250 GC
Brand:
Cat
Status:
Current

Generator Set Specifications

Maximum Rating
250 ekW
Minimum Rating
250 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
EPA Stationary Emergency
Voltage
208 to 600 Volts
Frequency
60 Hz
Speed
1800 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby

Engine Specifications

Engine Model
Cat® C9 In-line 6, 4-cycle Diesel
Bore
4.4 in / 112 mm
Stroke
5.9 in / 149 mm
Displacement
538 in³ / 8.8 l
Compression Ratio
16.3:1
Aspiration
Turbocharged Air-to-Air Aftercooled
Fuel System
HEUI
Governor Type
Adem™A4

Generator Set Dimensions

Length - Maximum
155.5 in / 3950 mm
Width - Minimum
56.3 in / 1430 mm
Width - Maximum
56.7 in / 1440 mm
Height - Minimum
67.2 in / 1706 mm
Height - Maximum
86.7 in / 2202 mm
Dry Weight - Genset (minimum)
5324.2 lb / 2415 kg
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
6735.1 lb / 3055 kg

SEE HOW D250 GC COMPARES AGAINST FREQUENTLY COMPARED PRODUCTS.

Diesel Generator Sets
D250 GC
D300 GC Open Set
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
Maximum Rating
250 ekW
Minimum Rating
250 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
EPA Stationary Emergency
Voltage
208 to 600 Volts
Frequency
60 Hz
Speed
1800 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby
Engine Model
Cat® C9 In-line 6, 4-cycle Diesel
Bore
4.4 in / 112 mm
Stroke
5.9 in / 149 mm
Displacement
538 in³ / 8.8 l
Compression Ratio
16.3:1
Aspiration
Turbocharged Air-to-Air Aftercooled
Fuel System
HEUI
Governor Type
Adem™A4
Length - Maximum
155.5 in / 3950 mm
Width - Maximum
56.7 in / 1440 mm
Height - Maximum
86.7 in / 2202 mm
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
6735.1 lb / 3055 kg
Diesel Generator Sets
D200 GC
D200 GC Open Set
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
Maximum Rating
200 ekW
Minimum Rating
200 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
U.S. EPA Cert., Tier 3
Voltage
208 to 600 Volts
Frequency
60 Hz
Speed
1800 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby
Engine Model
C7.1 I-6, 4-Cycle Diesel
Bore
4.1 in / 105 mm
Stroke
5.31 in / 135 mm
Displacement
428 in³ / 7.01 l
Compression Ratio
16.7:1
Aspiration
Turbocharged, Air to Air Aftercooled
Fuel System
Electronic, Common Rail
Governor Type
ADEM™A4
Length - Maximum
103.7 in / 2634 mm
Width - Maximum
51.2 in / 1300 mm
Height - Maximum
58.7 in / 1492 mm
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
3917 lb / 1777 kg
Diesel Generator Sets
D300 GC
D300 GC Open Set
Brand
Cat
Status
Current
Maximum Rating
300 ekW
Minimum Rating
300 ekW
Emissions/Fuel Strategy
EPA Stationary Emergency
Voltage
208 to 600 Volts
Frequency
60 Hz
Speed
1800 rpm
Duty Cycle
Standby
Engine Model
Cat® C9 In-line 6, 4-cycle diesel
Bore
4.4 in / 112 mm
Stroke
5.9 in / 149 mm
Displacement
538 in³ / 8.8 l
Compression Ratio
16.3:1
Aspiration
Turbocharged Air-to-Air Aftercooled
Fuel System
HEUI
Governor Type
Adem™A4
Length - Maximum
155.5 in / 3950 mm
Width - Maximum
56.7 in / 1440 mm
Height - Maximum
86.7 in / 2202 mm
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)
6929.1 lb / 3143 kg