A 60 kVA generator delivers approximately 48 kW of usable power — enough to run a school campus block or clinic with full HVAC and IT. At 75% load it consumes roughly 11.5 litres of diesel per hour. In South Africa a 60 kVA silent diesel generator typically costs between R140 000 and R185 000 excluding VAT and installation.
Pricing verified August 2026
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A 60 kVA set most often falls into these ranges: diesel generators, three phase generators and silent diesel generators.
Guides that reference 60 kVA sizing: Generator Compliance in South Africa: SANS 10142-1, CoC and Insurance and Standby vs Prime vs Continuous Power Ratings.
What a 60 kVA generator will run
Running cost at 60 kVA
Available 60 kVA generators
Every 60 kVA unit currently in the range, compared side by side.
| Model | Engine | Prime | Standby | Phase | Fuel @75% | Noise | Weight | Price excl. VAT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AGP 60 Perkins Prime | Perkins 1104C-44TAG | 60 kVA | 66 kVA | Three | 11.5 l/h | 70 dB | 1250 kg | R148 000 |
| AGP 60 Cummins Silent | Cummins 4BTA3.9-G2 | 60 kVA | 66 kVA | Three | 11.4 l/h | 70 dB | 1320 kg | R162 000 |
| AGP 60 Baudouin Silent | Baudouin 4M10 | 60 kVA | 66 kVA | Three | 11.6 l/h | 71 dB | 1280 kg | R155 500 |
| AGP 60 FAW Silent | FAW 60G | 60 kVA | 66 kVA | Three | 11.8 l/h | 72 dB | 1200 kg | R142 500 |
Is 60 kVA the right size?
Sixty kVA suits education and clinic campuses. If the site includes a large kitchen or laundry plant, verify simultaneous peaks before locking the rating.
60 kVA generator FAQs
Expect R140,000 to R185,000 excl. VAT for silent or prime-rated 60 kVA three-phase sets.
About 11.5 L/h at 75% load (~R270/h at R23.50/L).
Roughly 48 kW — schools, clinics and mid-size commercial buildings with HVAC and IT.
Three-phase only in practical commercial supply.
Engineered foundation, acoustic treatment as required, fuel system, AMF and SANS-compliant electrical works with CoC.
Choose prime if the set will run for extended hours weekly; standby ratings allow higher output for limited annual hours only.