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1000 kVA Three Phase Silent Diesel Generator

1000 kVAThree PhaseDiesel4008TAG2A

A 1000 kVA three-phase silent diesel generator delivering 800 kW, on a Perkins 4008TAG2A. The top of our standard range, specified for large mines, hospital campuses and industrial estates. Supplied with a Deep Sea DSE7320 controller, Stamford alternator and a 1200 litre base tank. Sites at this size almost always require bulk fuel storage, remote monitoring and a full service level agreement.

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R 1 637 000

Excl. VAT

Lead time 14 weeks

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  • Nationwide delivery, offloaded and positioned
  • SANS 10142-1 compliant installation available
  • Certificate of Compliance issued on handover
  • 24-month warranty · genuine parts held in stock

Full specification

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Ratings

Prime power1000 kVA
Standby power1100 kVA
Output800 kW
PhaseThree Phase
Voltage230/400 V
Frequency50 Hz
Power factor0.8

Engine

BrandPerkins
Model4008TAG2A
Cylinders8
Displacement8-cyl
AspirationTurbocharged aftercooled
CoolingRadiator and fan
Rated speed1500 rpm

Alternator

BrandStamford
Voltage regulation± 1%
Insulation classH
ProtectionIP23

Control panel

ControllerDeep Sea DSE7320
AMF / ATSIncluded
Transfer time10–15 s
Remote monitoringOptional

Fuel & running

Tank capacity1200 L (bunded)
At 50% load116.3 L/h
At 75% load171 L/h
At 100% load218.9 L/h
Runtime at 75%≈ 7 hours

Physical & compliance

Dimensions6500 × 2200 × 2700 mm
Dry weight11250 kg
Noise level80 dB at 7 m
CanopySilent, weather-resistant, lockable
Warranty24 months

What this generator will run

Indicative loads at 1000 kVA / 800 kW.

  • Lighting & small power circuits80 kW
  • Commercial refrigeration & cold room180 kW
  • HVAC — packaged units220 kW
  • Three-phase motors (largest 15 kW)150 kW
  • Passenger lift110 kW
  • IT, servers & comms60 kW

Running costs at a glance

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Consumption at 75% load
171 L/h
Cost per hour
R 4 018,50
Cost per 8-hour day
R 32 148,00
Cost per month at 4 h/day
R 353 628,00

Indicative only. Actual consumption varies with load profile, altitude and ambient temperature. Reference full-day cost at 8 h: R 32 148,00; continuous shift month ≈ R 707 256,00.

Frequently asked questions

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What will a 1000 kVA generator actually run?

At about 800 kW of prime power, this unit covers mixed commercial loads — lighting, HVAC packages, refrigeration, lifts and IT — provided the largest motor starts are within the set’s surge capacity. We size final selections against your measured or estimated load profile.

Is installation included with the 1000 kVA Three Phase Silent Diesel Generator?

Supply can be unit-only or turnkey. SANS 10142-1 compliant installation, AMF integration and a Certificate of Compliance on handover are available nationwide. Ask for a site-specific quote.

How noisy is the silent canopy?

This set is rated at approximately 80 dB(A) at 7 m under standard test conditions. Site layout, barriers and load profile affect the figure you hear on the ground.

What warranty and parts support do I get?

Standard cover is 24 months. Genuine Perkins and alternator parts are held for common service intervals, with regional breakdown response across Southern Africa.

Can I finance or lease this generator?

Yes. We work with asset-finance partners on outright purchase, lease and rent-to-own structures for qualifying businesses. Procurement and tender packs are available on request.

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