The Generac MD1000 – GEM compressor is listed with standby output of 1000 kW, #2D Diesel fuel, 60 Hz operation, 277/480 V, 600 V output, Three phase, and rated current of 1503 A.
Generator • #2D Diesel • 60 Hz • Three phase
Key specifications
Visual model specs
Built only from this model’s supplied generator specifications.
1,000 kW
880 kW
12.68 gal
43.98 gal
How the Generac MD1000 – GEM compares
This compares the supplied numeric specification with Generac generators in the same broad standby-power class where enough comparable data exists.
About 32% below the similar-output Generac average. Around the 19th percentile for this field.
About 13% below the similar-output Generac average. Around the 29th percentile for this field.
About 73% below the similar-output Generac average. Around the 12th percentile for this field.
Generator information
| Manufacturer | Generac |
|---|---|
| Model | MD1000 – GEM |
| Generator type | Generator |
| Fuel | #2D Diesel |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
Electrical output
| Standby power | 1000 kW |
|---|---|
| Prime power | 880 kW |
| Voltage options | 277/480 V, 600 V |
| Phase | Three phase |
| Rated current | 1503 A |
| Power factor | 0.8 |
| Circuit breaker | 1000 A |
Engine, cooling and controls
| Oil capacity | 12.7 gal (48 L) |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 44 gal (166.5 L) |
| Maximum ambient | 122 °F (50 °C) |
| Controller | PowerManager Digital Platform (PM-DCP) |
| Emissions | Tier II |
Battery
| Battery group | 31F |
|---|---|
| Battery cranking | 700 CCA |
| Battery voltage | 12 V |
| Battery quantity | 2 |
Disclaimer: Specifications should be verified against the official owner’s manual and confirmed on the Generac USA website.