The Generac RD050 compressor is listed with standby output of 50 kW, diesel fuel, 60 Hz operation, 120/208 V, 120/240 V, 277/480 V output, Three, and sound level of 70 dBA @ 23 ft (7 m).
Generator • diesel • 60 Hz • Three
Key specifications
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Built only from this model’s supplied generator specifications.
50 kW
40 kW
1.85 gal
2.8 gal
How the Generac RD050 compares
This compares the supplied numeric specification with Generac generators in the same broad standby-power class where enough comparable data exists.
About 20% above the similar-output Generac average. Around the 88th percentile for this field.
About 6% above the similar-output Generac average. Around the 75th percentile for this field.
Very close to the similar-output Generac average. Around the 57th percentile for this field.
Very close to the similar-output Generac average. Around the 71st percentile for this field.
Generator information
| Manufacturer | Generac |
|---|---|
| Model | RD050 |
| Generator type | Generator |
| Fuel | diesel |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
Electrical output
| Standby power | 50 kW |
|---|---|
| Prime power | 40 kW |
| Voltage options | 120/208 V, 120/240 V, 277/480 V |
| Phase | Three |
Engine, cooling and controls
| Oil capacity | 1.85 gal (7 L) |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 2.8 gal (10.6 L) |
| Maximum ambient | 122 °F (50 °C) |
| Controller | Digital Evolution, Evolution |
Physical specifications
| Dry weight | 1, 953 lb (886 kg) |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 76.8 × 35 × 55.5 in (1950 × 890 × 1410 mm) |
| Sound level | 70 dBA @ 23 ft (7 m) |
Battery
| Battery group | 27F |
|---|---|
| Battery cranking | 700 CCA |
| Battery voltage | 12 V |
Fuel system and runtime
| Fuel tank | 68 gal (257.4 L) |
|---|---|
| Tank runtime | 26.5 hr |
Disclaimer: Specifications should be verified against the official owner’s manual and confirmed on the Generac USA website.