The Caterpillar XQ300 generator is listed with standby output of 275 kW, 60 Hz operation, 3 available voltage configurations, Three phase, and sound level of 74.8 dBA @ 23 ft (7 m).
Generator • 60 Hz • Three phase
Key specifications
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Generator information
| Manufacturer | Caterpillar |
|---|---|
| Model | XQ300 |
| Generator type | Generator |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
Electrical output
| Standby power | 275 kW |
|---|---|
| Voltage options | 240 V, 480 V, 600 V |
| Phase | Three phase |
| Circuit breaker | 700 / 350 / 50 / 20 / 15 / 30 A |
Engine, cooling and controls
| Engine model | Caterpillar 3456 ATAAC |
|---|---|
| Engine displacement | 964 cu in (15.8 L) |
| Aspiration / cooling | turbocharged-ataac |
| Rated engine speed | 1800 rpm |
| Engine oil capacity | 10 gal (38 L) |
| Engine coolant capacity | 16.9 gal (64 L) |
| Oil capacity | 10 gal (38 L) |
| Coolant capacity | 16.9 gal (64 L) |
| Alternator | Caterpillar SR4B |
| Emissions | EPA Tier II and CARB Emissions Certified |
Physical specifications
| Dry weight | 13, 497 lb (6, 122 kg) |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 200 × 61 × 111.3 in (5080 × 1549 × 2827 mm) |
| Sound level | 74.8 dBA @ 23 ft (7 m) |
Fuel system and runtime
| Fuel tank | 470.2 gal (1, 780 L) |
|---|---|
| Tank runtime | 29 hr |
Fuel consumption
| Standby | 22.3 gal/h (84.5 L/h) |
|---|---|
| Prime | 16.1 gal/h (61.1 L/h) @ 75% |
Maintenance and service parts
| Engine oil | Interval: 500 hr; Specification: Engine lube oil capacity |
|---|---|
| Oil filter | Interval: 1200 hr |
| Air filter | Part number: 1063973; Interval: 5000 hr |
| Coolant | Specification: Cooling System |
Disclaimer: Specifications should be verified against the official owner’s or service manual and confirmed on the Caterpillar USA website.