125 kVA Three Phase Silent Diesel Generator
A 125 kVA three-phase silent diesel generator on a Perkins 1106A-70TG1. A very common commercial rating, sized for large supermarkets, medium hotels and light manufacturing. Stamford alternator with a 450 litre bunded base tank.
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R 262 100
Excl. VAT
In stock — delivery 3–5 working days
- 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 power | 125 kVA |
|---|---|
| Standby power | 138 kVA |
| Output | 100 kW |
| Phase | Three Phase |
| Voltage | 230/400 V |
| Frequency | 50 Hz |
| Power factor | 0.8 |
Engine
| Brand | Perkins |
|---|---|
| Model | 1106A-70TG1 |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 6-cyl |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged |
| Cooling | Radiator and fan |
| Rated speed | 1500 rpm |
Alternator
| Brand | Stamford |
|---|---|
| Voltage regulation | ± 1% |
| Insulation class | H |
| Protection | IP23 |
Control panel
| Controller | Deep Sea DSE6120 |
|---|---|
| AMF / ATS | Included |
| Transfer time | 10–15 s |
| Remote monitoring | Optional |
Fuel & running
| Tank capacity | 450 L (bunded) |
|---|---|
| At 50% load | 14.6 L/h |
| At 75% load | 21.4 L/h |
| At 100% load | 27.4 L/h |
| Runtime at 75% | ≈ 21 hours |
Physical & compliance
| Dimensions | 3900 × 1400 × 2050 mm |
|---|---|
| Dry weight | 1625 kg |
| Noise level | 74 dB at 7 m |
| Canopy | Silent, weather-resistant, lockable |
| Warranty | 24 months |
What this generator will run
Indicative loads at 125 kVA / 100 kW.
- Lighting & small power circuits10 kW
- Commercial refrigeration & cold room23 kW
- HVAC — packaged units28 kW
- Three-phase motors (largest 15 kW)19 kW
- Passenger lift14 kW
- IT, servers & comms8 kW
Running costs at a glance
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- Consumption at 75% load
- 21.4 L/h
- Cost per hour
- R 502,90
- Cost per 8-hour day
- R 4 023,20
- Cost per month at 4 h/day
- R 44 255,20
Indicative only. Actual consumption varies with load profile, altitude and ambient temperature. Reference full-day cost at 8 h: R 4 023,20; continuous shift month ≈ R 88 510,40.
Frequently asked questions
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What will a 125 kVA generator actually run?
At about 100 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 125 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 74 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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