Blue Star JD40-03 (40kWe)



Blue Star JD40-03 (40kWe)
Blue Star Power Systems 40 kWe Diesel Standby Generator — a reliable, UL 2200 Listed emergency stationary power solution featuring a John Deere 4045TF280 engine, Stamford alternator, and sound-attenuated enclosure for commercial and industrial applications.
- 40 kWe Standby Power Rating at 1800 RPM, 60 Hz
- John Deere 4045TF280 turbocharged 4-cylinder inline engine, 4-cycle, 275 cu. in. displacement
- Stamford UCI224C brushless single-bearing alternator with AS440 Automatic Voltage Regulator (±1% voltage regulation)
- Configurable as 1-Phase 120/240V or 3-Phase 277/480V, 60 Hz, 0.8 PF
- Level 2 sound-attenuated enclosure — powder-coated 14-gauge steel, 200 MPH wind rated, pitched roof, 1.5″ Polydamp Type D acoustical foam
- Blue Star DCP7310 microprocessor-based digital control panel with NFPA 110 Level 1 compatibility
- UL 2200 Listed, CSA Approved, EPA Tier 3 Certified, Seismic Certified to IBC 2021, NFPA 110 / CSA C282 Compliant
- Sub-base fuel tank options: 24 Hr / 120 Gal, 48 Hr / 240 Gal, or 72 Hr / 360 Gal — UL 142 Listed double-wall construction
- Unit-mounted radiator (50°C ambient), 12V battery system, block heater rated for -20°F, CPJ Series critical grade silencer
- 2 Year / 2000 Hour standby limited warranty; factory load tested to rated kWe and PF
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JD40-03 product details and specifications:
General Overview
- Model: JD40-03
- Application: Emergency Stationary Standby
- Power Rating: 40 kWe Standby
- Fuel: Diesel
- Frequency: 60 Hz
- Speed: 1800 RPM
- UL 2200 Listed: Yes
- CSA Approved: Yes
- EPA Certification: Tier 3
- Paint Color: White
Voltage & Electrical Ratings
- 1-Phase Configuration: 120/240V | 40 kWe | 167 A | PF 1.0 | UCI224D | 12 Lead DD
- 3-Phase Configuration: 277/480V | 40 kWe | 60 A | PF 0.8 | UCI224C | 12 Lead WYE
- Also available at: 208V 3Ph (139A), 240V 3Ph (120A), 600V 3Ph (48A)
- Temperature Rise: 125°C Standby / 40°C Ambient
Engine
- Manufacturer: John Deere
- Model: 4045TF280
- Type: 4-Cycle, Turbocharged
- Cylinder Arrangement: 4 Cylinder Inline
- Displacement: 275 cu. in. (4.50 L)
- Bore x Stroke: 4.19 in. x 5.00 in. (10.6 cm x 12.7 cm)
- Compression Ratio: 19.0:1
- Rated RPM: 1800
- Max HP Standby: 75 HP (56 kWm)
- Governor: Electronic Isochronous
- EPA Certified: Tier 3
- 12V Battery System with Rack and Cables
- Dry Single Stage Air Cleaner
- Critical Grade CPJ Series Silencer Mounted to Engine
- Flexible Fuel Connector
- Blower Fan & Fan Drive; Starter & Alternator; Oil Pump & Filter
- Oil Drain Extension with Valve; plumbed to bulkhead fitting in base
Exhaust & Cooling System
- Exhaust Gas Temperature (Stack): 945°F (507°C)
- Exhaust Gas Volume at Stack Temp: 448 CFM (12.7 m³/min)
- Maximum Allowable Exhaust Restriction: 30.0 in. H2O (7.50 kPa)
- Cooling: Unit Mounted Radiator — 50°C Ambient Capacity
- Water Pump Flow Rate: 38.0 GPM (144 lit/min)
- Heat Rejection to Coolant: 1,821 BTUM (31.9 kW)
- Heat Radiated to Ambient: 842 BTUM (14.7 kW)
- Aspirating Air Flow: 180 CFM (5.09 m³/min)
- Air Flow Required for Rad. Cooled Unit: 4,760 CFM (135 m³/min)
Fuel Consumption & Fluid Capacities
- Fuel Consumption at 100% Load: 3.50 gal/hr (13.2 lit/hr)
- Fuel Consumption at 75% Load: 2.76 gal/hr (10.4 lit/hr)
- Fuel Consumption at 50% Load: 1.99 gal/hr (7.53 lit/hr)
- Total Oil System Capacity: 3.88 gal (14.7 lit)
- Engine Jacket Water Capacity: 2.25 gal (8.52 lit)
- System Coolant Capacity: 5.38 gal (20.4 lit)
Alternator
- Model: Stamford UCI224C
- Type: Brushless, Single Bearing
- Winding Leads: 12 Lead
- Pole Count: 4 Pole, Rotating Field
- Insulation Class: Class H
- Winding Pitch: Two Thirds (2/3)
- Stator Winding: Double Layer Concentric
- Voltage Regulation: ±1%
- Maximum Harmonic Content: 5%
- Temperature Rise: 125°C Standby / 40°C Ambient
- 100% of Rated Load — One Step
- Standards: NEMA MG 1, IEEE, ANSI, BS5000, CSA C22.2, IEC 34
- Voltage Regulator: Stamford AS440 Automatic Voltage Regulator
Control Panel — Blue Star DCP7310
- Microprocessor-based digital auto-start control panel
- Mounted facing left from generator end (unless specified otherwise)
- NFPA 110 Level 1 Compatible
- Digital metering — kW, kVA, kVAr, frequency, voltage, amperage
- Engine protection: Low Oil Pressure, High Coolant Temp, Overspeed, Overcrank shutdowns
- Emergency Stop Pushbutton; Audible Alarm Buzzer with Silencing Switch
- CAN Bus (J1939) ECU Communications
- 8 Programmable Contact Inputs; 10 Contact Outputs
- RS485 Communicator Interface; Windows-based software
- IP65 rating (with supplied gasket)
- cULus Listed, CE Approved
Enclosure
- Level 2 — Weather Proof with 1.5" Polydamp Type D Acoustical Foam
- Powder Coated 14 Gauge Steel
- 200 MPH Wind Rated — Certified per IBC 2021 and ASCE/SEI 7-16
- Pitched Roof for Increased Structural Integrity and Improved Watershed
- Punched Intake with Baffle and Punched Exhaust Openings
- Keyed Alike Lockable Doors with Draw Down Latches and Stainless Steel Component Hinges
- Formed Steel Base with Mounting and Lifting Holes
- Vibration Isolation Mounts included
- Sound Level (Level 2): 68 dBA No Load / 70 dBA Full Load (at 23 ft)
Dimensions & Weight
- OPU: 80 x 38 x 58 in. — 2,100 lbs.
- Level 1 Enclosure: 90 x 38 x 60 in. — 2,575 lbs.
- Level 2 Enclosure: 90 x 38 x 60 in. — 2,625 lbs.
- Level 3 Enclosure: 120 x 38 x 60 in. — 2,775 lbs.
- Note: All dimensions in inches. Allow 6–12 in. for exhaust stack height.
Sub-Base Fuel Tanks
- UL 142 Listed — Double Wall Secondary Containment
- 24 Hr / 120 Gal: L = 80 in., H = 80 in., W = 38 in.
- 48 Hr / 240 Gal: L = 80 in., H = 96 in., W = 38 in.
- 72 Hr / 360 Gal: L = 108 in., H = 96 in., W = 38 in.
- Includes: Supply & Return Connections, Fuel Level Gauge, Fuel Leak Switch, Fill & Vent Plumbing
- Electrical Stub-Up Area: 6 x 6 in.
Certifications & Compliance
- UL 2200 & cUL Listed
- CSA Certified
- EPA Tier 3 Certified
- Seismic Certified to IBC 2021
- NFPA 110 / CSA C282 Compliant
- NFPA 110 Level 1 Compatible (DCP7310 panel)
Warranty & Testing
- 2 Year / 2000 Hour Standby Limited Warranty
- Standard factory load test included: alarm/shutdown verification, voltage settings, block loading to rated kWe and PF
- Lead Time: 25 Weeks (contingent on component availability)
product specifications:
| Specification | Value |
| Model | JD40-03 |
| Power Rating (Standby) | 40 kWe |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
| Speed | 1800 RPM |
| Voltage (1-Phase) | 120/240V |
| Voltage (3-Phase) | 277/480V |
| Power Factor | 0.8 |
| Amperage (1-Phase 240V) | 167 A |
| Amperage (3-Phase 480V) | 60 A |
| Engine Manufacturer | John Deere |
| Engine Model | 4045TF280 |
| Engine Type | 4-Cycle, Turbocharged |
| Cylinder Arrangement | 4 Cylinder Inline |
| Displacement | 275 cu. in. (4.50 L) |
| Bore x Stroke | 4.19 in. x 5.00 in. |
| Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 |
| Max HP Standby | 75 HP (56 kWm) |
| Governor | Electronic Isochronous |
| Alternator Model | Stamford UCI224C |
| Alternator Type | Brushless, Single Bearing |
| Alternator Leads | 12 Lead |
| Alternator Connection (1Ph) | 12 Lead DD (Double Delta) |
| Alternator Connection (3Ph 480V) | 12 Lead WYE |
| Temperature Rise | 125°C Rise Over 40°C Ambient |
| Voltage Regulator | Stamford AS440 AVR |
| Voltage Regulation | ±1% |
| Harmonic Content | 5% Maximum |
| Control Panel | Blue Star DCP7310 Microprocessor |
| Enclosure Level | Level 2 (Weather Proof with Foam) |
| Enclosure Material | Powder Coated 14 Gauge Steel |
| Wind Rating | 200 MPH |
| Sound Attenuation | 1.5" Polydamp Type D Acoustical Foam |
| Cooling System | Unit Mounted Radiator (50°C Ambient) |
| Mainline Breaker | 60 Amp 3 Pole 480 Volt NEMA 1 Enclosure |
| Jacket Water Heater | 1500W 120VAC, Rated for -20°F |
| Air Cleaner | Dry Single Stage |
| Silencer | CPJ Series Critical Grade |
| Battery System | 12 Volt with Rack and Cables |
| Battery Charger | 12V 6 Amp BC1206A Series |
| Fuel Tank (24 Hr) | 120 Gallon UL 142 Double Wall Sub-Base |
| Fuel Tank (48 Hr) | 240 Gallon UL 142 Double Wall Sub-Base |
| Fuel Tank (72 Hr) | 360 Gallon UL 142 Double Wall Sub-Base |
| Fuel Consumption at 100% | 3.50 gal/hr |
| Fuel Consumption at 75% | 2.76 gal/hr |
| Fuel Consumption at 50% | 1.99 gal/hr |
| Total Oil Capacity | 3.88 gal |
| Coolant Capacity | 5.38 gal |
| Exhaust Gas Temp (Stack) | 945°F (507°C) |
| Max Exhaust Restriction | 30.0 in. H2O |
| Aspiration Air Flow | 180 CFM |
| Radiator Air Flow | 4,760 CFM |
| UL Listing | UL 2200 & cUL Listed |
| CSA Approval | CSA Approved |
| EPA Certification | Tier 3 |
| Seismic Certification | IBC 2021 |
| NFPA Compliance | NFPA 110 / CSA C282 |
| Paint Color | White |
| Warranty | 2 Year / 2000 Hour Standby Limited |
| Sound Level (Level 2, No Load) | 68 dBA at 23 ft |
| Sound Level (Level 2, Full Load) | 70 dBA at 23 ft |
| OPU Weight | 2,100 lbs. |
| Level 1 Weight | 2,575 lbs. |
| Level 2 Weight | 2,625 lbs. |
| Level 3 Weight | 2,775 lbs. |
| OPU Dimensions (L x W x H) | 80 x 38 x 58 in. |
| Level 1 & 2 Dimensions (L x W x H) | 90 x 38 x 60 in. |
| Level 3 Dimensions (L x W x H) | 120 x 38 x 60 in. |
product related documents:
JD40-03 Engine Data Sheet 12-5-23.pdf
2026 EPA Cert 350ham-tjdxl04-5141-007 JD40-03, JD50-03, JD60-02.pdf
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| Weight | 2625 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 90 × 38 × 60 in |
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