2030kVA / 2MVA Diesel Generator – Himoinsa – HTW-2030 T5 – Three Phase
2033 kVA
Prime
2268 kVA
Standby
A 2000 kVA diesel generator delivers approximately 1600 kW of electrical power, making it one of the largest single sets specified for mission-critical standby and heavy industrial power. At Solent Power, we supply, install, commission and service 2000 kVA generating sets from leading engine manufacturers — backed by 24/7 field service engineering and full load bank testing.
Whether you need resilient standby cover for a large data centre, prime power for a major industrial or infrastructure project, or dependable backup for a hospital or critical estate, our team helps you specify the right 2000 kVA set, enclosure and fuel configuration for your load profile and site conditions.
A 2000 kVA diesel generator is a large-frame generating set rated at 2000 kilovolt-amperes (kVA) of apparent power — equivalent to roughly 1600 kW of real power at the standard 0.8 power factor. Sets in this class are built around high-output diesel engines paired with an alternator, control system and (in most installations) an acoustic canopy or containerised enclosure.
At this capacity, 2000 kVA sets are reserved for sites with very heavy or business-critical loads, where continuity is non-negotiable. They can be configured for standby, prime or continuous duty, and are available as open (skid-mounted) sets, acoustic canopy units or fully containerised solutions with integrated bunded fuel tanks. Given the size and weight of these sets, installation logistics, foundations, ventilation and fuel autonomy require careful early planning — something our engineers manage as standard.
Exact specifications vary by engine manufacturer and rating, but a typical 2000 kVA diesel generator will offer:
| Parameter | Typical Value |
| Standby power rating | 2000 kVA / 1600 kW |
| Prime power rating | ~1825 kVA / 1460 kW (engine dependent) |
| Power factor | 0.8 |
| Voltage | 400/230 V, 3-phase, 4-wire |
| Frequency | 50 Hz |
| Speed | 1500 rpm |
| Fuel consumption (100% load) | ~400–420 litres/hour (engine dependent) |
| Engine options | Perkins, Cummins, MTU, Cat, Mitsubishi, Baudouin |
| Enclosure options | Open skid, acoustic canopy, or containerised |
Note: Ratings and fuel consumption differ between manufacturers and between standby, prime and continuous duty. Our engineers will confirm the exact specification for your chosen set.
The 2000 kVA class sits at the top of the standard commercial and industrial power range, suited to sites with very substantial or business-critical loads. Common applications include:
Choosing the correct duty rating is essential to reliability and to protecting your warranty:
Our team will assess your load profile, expected running hours and site constraints to recommend the right rating — avoiding both under-sizing (which risks nuisance shutdowns) and over-sizing (which wastes capital and can cause wet stacking).
As a UK critical power specialist, Solent Power delivers complete lifecycle support for large-frame generating sets:
Talk to our critical power specialists about specifying, supplying or servicing a 2000 kVA diesel generator for your site. We’ll help you get the rating, configuration and support package right the first time.
A 2000 kVA diesel generator produces approximately 1600 kW of real power at a 0.8 power factor. The exact usable output depends on the duty rating (standby, prime or continuous) and the engine manufacturer.
At 100% load, a typical 2000 kVA set consumes around 400–420 litres of diesel per hour, though consumption varies by engine and load. Consumption falls significantly at partial loads.
It is well suited to large data centres, hospitals, critical estates and heavy industrial sites with demand approaching or up to 1600 kW. Correct sizing should always be confirmed against your actual load profile.
Yes. 2000 kVA sets are available for both purchase and hire, depending on whether you need long-term standby cover or temporary/project power. Speak to our team to discuss the right option.
Load bank testing is strongly recommended — particularly for standby sets that run infrequently — to verify full-load performance, prevent wet stacking and satisfy compliance requirements. Solent Power provides load bank testing as a dedicated service.
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