DE1250 GC
DE1250 GC
DE1250 GC
DE1250 GC
Diesel generator sets

D1250 GC

Producing reliable power at 1250 ekW, 60 Hz, our D1250 GC diesel generator set is made to meet your needs in standby applications. We've designed each to ISO 8528-5 transient response requirements and to accept 100% rated load in one step. The generator set is US EPA Stationary Emergency Use Only (Tier 2) certified.

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Cat Diesel Engine

  • Reliable, rugged, durable design
  • Field-proven in thousands of applications worldwide
  • Four-stroke-cycle diesel engine combines consistent performance and excellent fuel economy with minimum weight

SR500 Alternator

  • Superior motor starting capability minimizes need for oversizing alternator
  • Designed to match performance and output characteristics of Cat diesel engines
  • Robust Class H insulation

GCCP1.3 Control Panel

  • User-friendly interface and navigation
  • Scalable system to meet a wide range of installation requirement
  • Site-specific programming for specific customer requirements

Cooling System

  • Designed to operate in standard ambient temperatures up to 50°C (122°F)
  • Contact your Cat Dealer for specific ambient and altitude capabilities

Certifications

  • Low Fuel Consumption

One Safe Source

  • Components used in the generator set are selected at the design stage to provide optimum package performance
  • The generator set is fully assembled at a Caterpillar facility following our quality guidelines
  • Each generator set package is tested before leaving the Caterpillar facility
  • Cat product support, including dealer service, parts and warranty covers the entire Cat power system

Accepts 100% Block Load

Demonstrated capability to pick up large on-site loads

Full Power up to 50°C Ambient

Provides full power even on hottest days of the year

Conforms to ISO8528-5 G3 Load Acceptance

Maintains voltage and frequency during transient events

Generator Set Specifications
Standby Rating1250 ekW
Frequency60 Hz
Emissions/Fuel StrategyU.S. EPA Tier 2 Certified
Voltage380 - 480 Volts
Speed1800 rpm
Duty CycleStandby
Engine Specifications
Engine ModelC32B TA, V-12, 4-Stroke Water-Cooled Diesel
Bore5.71 in
Stroke6.38 in
Displacement1958.86 in³
Compression Ratio15.0:1
AspirationTA
Fuel SystemEUI
Governor TypeAdem™A4
Generator Set Dimensions
Length - Minimum164.3 in
Length - Maximum164.3 in
Width - Minimum82.3 in
Width - Maximum82.3 in
Height - Minimum89.3 in
Height - Maximum89.3 in
Dry Weight - Genset (minimum)15776 lb
Dry Weight - Genset (maximum)15776 lb

Control Panel

  • GCCP1.3

Cooling System

  • Radiator
  • Electric Power Ratings Guide
    application/pdf
  • D1250 GC, C32, 60 Hz, 1250 ekW, U.S EPA Emergency Stationary Use only (Tier 2) Spec Sheet
    application/pdf
  • Cat® GC Generator Set Brochure for North America
    application/pdf

Need installed dimensions with enclosure and tank? See Model Configurations