VD230-01 product details and specifications:

General 

• Model: VD230-01 

• Power Rating: 230 kWe (Standby) 

• Fuel Type: Diesel 

• Application: Emergency Stationary Standby 

• Frequency: 60 Hz 

• Speed: 1800 RPM 

• UL 2200 Listed: Yes 

• EPA Certification: Tier 3 

• NFPA 110: Level 1 and Level 2 Compliant 

• CSA C282 Compliant 

• Seismic Certified to IBC 2021 

• Unit Color: White 

Engine 

• Manufacturer: Volvo Penta 

• Model: TAD851GE 

• Type: 4-Cycle, 6-Cylinder Inline, Turbocharged with Charge Air Cooling (CAC) 

• Displacement: 470 cu. in. (7.70 L) 

• Bore x Stroke: 4.33 in. x 5.31 in. 

• Compression Ratio: 17.5:1 

• Rated RPM: 1800 

• Max Standby HP (with fan): 337 HP (248 kW) 

• Governor: Electronic Isochronous 

• Cooling: Radiator Cooled, Unit Mounted (55°C Ambient) 

• Air Cleaner: Dry Single Stage with Restriction Indicator 

• Silencer: Critical Grade Compact CPJ Series, Mounted to Engine 

• Battery: 24 Volt System with Rack and Cables 

• Flexible Fuel Connector: Included 

• Oil Drain Extension: Plumbed to Bulkhead Fitting in Base 

Generator / Alternator 

• Generator Model (480V, 3-Ph): Stamford UCDI274J1, 12 Lead Wired, High Wye 

• Generator Model (240V, 1-Ph): Stamford S4L1D-F41, 12 Lead Double Delta 

• Type: Brushless Single Bearing 

• Voltage Regulator: Stamford MX321 Automatic Voltage Regulator with PMG Excitation 

• Voltage Regulation: ± 1.00% 

• Poles: 4 Pole, Rotating Field 

• Standby Temperature Rise: 125°C over 40°C Ambient 

• Load Acceptance: 100% of Rated Load in One Step 

• Harmonic Content: 5% Maximum 

• Standards: NEMA MG1, IEEE, and ANSI Compliance 

• Insulation Class: Class H 

• Winding Pitch: 2/3 

• Winding Leads: 12 

Voltage and Phase Options 

• 1-Phase: 120/240V, 60 Hz, 1.0 PF — 958 Amps (Generator Model: S4L1D-F41, 12 Lead DD) 

• 3-Phase: 208V, 60 Hz, 0.8 PF — 799 Amps (Generator Model: UCDI274K1, 12 Lead Wye) 

• 3-Phase: 240V, 60 Hz, 0.8 PF — 692 Amps (Generator Model: UCDI274K1, 12 Lead Delta) 

• 3-Phase: 480/277V, 60 Hz, 0.8 PF — 346 Amps (Generator Model: UCDI274J1, 12 Lead Wye) 

• 3-Phase: 600V, 60 Hz, 0.8 PF — 277 Amps (Generator Model: UCDI274J1, 4 Lead Wye) 

Control Panel 

• Model: Blue Star DCP7310 Microprocessor Based Gen-Set Controller 

• Mounting: Facing Left from Generator End (unless specified otherwise) 

• Enclosure: NEMA 12 

• Display: 4-Line Back-Lit LCD with Five Key Menu Navigation 

• Communications: CAN Bus (J1939), RS485, MODBUS RTU and TCP 

• Protections: Low Oil Pressure, High Coolant Temp, Overspeed, Overcrank Shutdowns 

• Alarms: Emergency Stop Pushbutton, Audible Alarm Buzzer with Silencing Switch 

• Inputs: 8 Programmable Contact Inputs 

• Outputs: 10 Contact Outputs 

• Rating: IP 65 (with supplied gasket) 

• NFPA 110 Level 1 Compatible 

• cULus Listed, CE Approved 

• Event Recording Capability 

• Windows-Based PC Software (DSE Configuration Suite) 

• Remote Communications: DSE2548 Remote Annunciator Compatible 

Enclosure 

• Level: Level 2 — Weather Proof with Foam 

• Material: Powder Coated 14 Gauge Steel 

• Wind Rating: 200 MPH per IBC 2021 and ASCE/SEI 7-16 

• Roof: Pitched Roof for Increased Structural Integrity and Improved Watershed 

• Intake/Exhaust: Punched Intake with Baffle and Punched Exhaust Openings 

• Doors: Keyed Alike Lockable with Draw Down Latches and Stainless Steel Component Hinges 

• Sound Attenuation Foam: 1.5" Thick Polydamp Type D Acoustical Foam (PAF) 

• Base: Formed Steel with Mounting and Lifting Holes 

• Vibration Isolation Mounts Included 

Weights and Dimensions 

• OPU: 120 in. L x 66 in. W x 72 in. H — 5,125 lbs. 

• Level 1 Enclosure: 156 in. L x 66 in. W x 94 in. H — 6,375 lbs. 

• Level 2 Enclosure: 156 in. L x 66 in. W x 94 in. H — 6,450 lbs. 

• Level 3 Enclosure: 196 in. L x 66 in. W x 94 in. H — 6,750 lbs. 

• Note: Allow 6–12 inches additional height for exhaust stack 

Sound Data (at 23 ft per ISO 8528-10) 

• OPU: 86 dBA No Load / 88 dBA Full Load 

• Level 1: 83 dBA No Load / 85 dBA Full Load 

• Level 2: 77 dBA No Load / 79 dBA Full Load 

• Level 3: 69 dBA No Load / 71 dBA Full Load 

Fuel System 

• Fuel Consumption at 100% Load: 17.9 gal/hr 

• Fuel Consumption at 75% Load: 14.1 gal/hr 

• Fuel Consumption at 50% Load: 10.3 gal/hr 

• Standard Fuel Tank: 24-Hour / 540 Gallon, UL 142 Listed Sub-Base, Double Wall with Secondary Containment 

• Optional Fuel Tank: 48-Hour / 1080 Gallon Sub-Base Fuel Tank 

• Optional Fuel Tank: 72-Hour / 1620 Gallon Sub-Base Fuel Tank 

• Tank includes: Supply & Return Connections, Fuel Level Gauge, Fuel Leak Switch, Fill & Vent Plumbing 

Exhaust, Cooling, and Air Requirements 

• Exhaust Gas Temp at Stack: 824°F (440°C) 

• Exhaust Gas Volume at Stack: 1,926 CFM 

• Max Allowable Exhaust Restriction: 40.0 in. H2O 

• Radiator Ambient Capacity: 131°F (55°C) 

• Water Pump Flow Rate: 61.8 GPM 

• Heat Rejection to Coolant: 6,199 BTU/min (108 kW) 

• Aspirating Air: 831 CFM 

• Air Flow Required for Radiator Cooled Unit: 13,781 CFM 

• Total Oil System: 7.10 gal 

• Engine Jacket Water Capacity: 4.49 gal 

• System Coolant Capacity: 10.8 gal 

Electrical Components 

• Mainline Breaker: 350 Amp, 3 Pole, 600 Volt, Mounted and Wired in NEMA 1 Enclosure 

• Battery: 24 Volt System with Rack and Cables 

• Battery Charger: 24V, 5 Amp (BC2405A Series), Mounted and Wired 

• Engine Block Heater: 2500W, 240VAC, Rated for -20°F, Installed with Isolation Valves 

Warranty and Testing 

• Warranty: 2 Year / 2000 Hour Limited Standby 

• Factory Test: Standard Commercial Testing — Verification of Alarm Shutdowns, Voltage Settings, Block Loading to Rated kWe and PF 

• All units built and tested to cUL, CSA, and NFPA 110 standards 

product specifications:

product related documents:

2026 EPA Cert_TVPXL07.7BDA-006 VD230-01, VD250-03, VD275-01.pdf

VD230-01_Drawings.pdf

VD230-01 Engine Data Sheet 12-5-23.pdf

VD230-01_SpecSheet.pdf

VD230-01.pdf