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Triton Power TP-P1500-T2-UL

1500 kW standby / 1350 kW prime · Diesel · Liquid-cooled

1500 kW Tier 2 diesel generator with Perkins 5012C-E46TAG6 V12 engine. UL2200-listed for industrial, data center, and mission-critical standby.

Triton Power Triton Power TP-P1500-T2-UL generator — specifications and details
Standby power
1500 kW / 1350 kW prime
Voltage options
120/208V, 277/480V
Frequency / Phase
60 Hz · 3-phase
Engine
Perkins 5012C-E46TAG6 · 45.84L
EPA / Emissions
Tier 2
Alternator
Leroy Somer LSA50.2L8
ManufacturingData CentersHealthcare
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Overview#

The Triton Power TP-P1500-T2-UL is a 1500 kW diesel standby generator powered by the Perkins 5012C-E46TAG6 V12 engine — a 45.84 L turbocharged and aftercooled powerplant producing 1,645 kWm (2,206 HP) at 1800 RPM (bore 160 mm x stroke 190 mm, 13.8:1 compression ratio). It is paired with a Leroy Somer LSA50.2L8 alternator, carries UL2200 listing, and meets EPA Tier 2 for emergency stationary applications.

Available in three-phase only at 277/480V and 120/208V. Fuel consumption is 359 L/hr (94.84 GPH) at full load, dropping to 195 L/hr (51.51 GPH) at half load.

The Perkins 5000 series V-configuration#

The Perkins 5012C is a V12 diesel engine — the largest in Perkins' power generation lineup. The V-configuration keeps the engine length manageable despite the 45.84 L displacement, which matters for generator packaging in mechanical rooms where floor space is constrained. This is a proven platform shared across FG Wilson, Olympian, and other Perkins-powered generator brands in the 1000-2000 kW class.

Our service experience#

At 1500 kW, this unit serves mission-critical facilities — large hospitals, data centers, industrial plants, and campuses with substantial electrical loads. The Perkins 5012C V12 competes with Caterpillar 3516-based generators and Cummins QSK60 offerings. In Northern California, generators at this output level are typically specified for NFPA 110 compliance and require regular load bank testing, fuel polishing, and oil analysis as part of a comprehensive maintenance program. The Perkins dealer network provides strong support for the 5000 series.

Engineering specifications

Acoustic

Sound @ 7m, full load
70 dBA

Fuel system & runtime

Integral fuel tank
600 gal
Fuel use @ full load
94.84 GPH
Fuel use @ 75% load
75.55 GPH
Fuel use @ 50% load
51.51 GPH

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Estimated runtime

8.2 hours(0.3 days)

Fuel consumption ≈ 73.16 GPH at 75% load. Estimate based on industry-typical 1800 RPM standby curves (≈0.07 GPH/kW at full load). Actual consumption varies by engine, ambient temperature, fuel quality, and tuning.

Frequently Asked Questions

What engine powers the Triton TP-P1500-T2-UL?
The TP-P1500-T2-UL uses a Perkins 5012C-E46TAG6 V12 diesel engine with 45.84 L displacement (160 mm bore x 190 mm stroke, 13.8:1 compression ratio), producing 1,645 kWm (2,206 HP) at 1800 RPM. It is turbocharged and air-to-air charge cooled.
Why is the Perkins 5012C a V12 configuration?
The V-configuration keeps the engine length manageable despite the massive 45.84 L displacement, which is critical for generator packaging in mechanical rooms where floor space is constrained. An inline-12 of this displacement would be impractically long.
What alternator does the TP-P1500-T2-UL use?
The unit uses a Leroy Somer LSA50.2L8 brushless alternator with Class H insulation, self-excited excitation, and 2/3 pitch stator winding — one of the largest in Leroy Somer's power generation lineup.
Is the TP-P1500-T2-UL UL listed?
Yes, the TP-P1500-T2-UL carries UL2200 listing and meets EPA Tier 2 for emergency stationary applications. It is a three-phase-only unit available at 277/480V and 120/208V.

Why we recommend Triton Power

Triton Power is our value brand for mobile and portable diesel generators, and an emerging option for industrial standby. When MQ Power's pricing is a stretch or lead times are too long, Triton delivers comparable capability at a lower price point with faster availability.

We are developing our Triton Power sales relationship and building fleet experience. Every engine platform Triton uses — Perkins, John Deere, Kubota, Scania, Volvo — is one we already service daily across other brands. Triton's open architecture means our technicians can maintain these units with standard tooling and widely available parts.

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