The FPT Industrial C87TE1D is a 8.7-liter, 6-cylinder inline 6 diesel engine used in commercial and industrial generator applications in the 200-250 kW class. Turbocharged Intercooled for reliable power density across standby and prime-rated duty cycles.
This engine powers generators from Hipower Systems, making it one of the more widely deployed prime movers in its power class for the commercial standby market.
Generator models that ship with or are commonly paired with the FPT Industrial C87TE1D.
Hipower Systems
Hipower HFW-200
200 kW on the FPT C87TE1D 8.7L inline-6 — EPA Tier 3 certified, UL 2200 listed, US-built in Kansas with Hipower's complete enclosure, controls, and fuel system integration.
200 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
Industrial standby and mission-critical backup for data centers, hospitals, and large commercial buildings requiring 200 kW with California emissions compliance.
200 kW standby diesel generator with FPT C87TE1D 8.7L inline-6 engine and Stamford UCDI 274 J alternator. EPA Tier 3. US manufactured in Olathe, Kansas.
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Hipower Systems
Hipower HFW-230
FPT C87TE1D 8.7L inline-6 at 230 kW — EPA Tier 3 certified, UL 2200 listed, US-built, bridging the gap between 200 kW and 250 kW with a Mecc Alte alternator.
230 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
Industrial standby for large manufacturing, multi-story commercial buildings, and critical infrastructure needing 230 kW three-phase with California emissions compliance.
230 kW standby diesel generator with FPT C87TE1D 8.7L inline-6 engine and Mecc Alte ECO 38 2L alternator. EPA Tier 3. US manufactured in Olathe, Kansas.
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Hipower Systems
Hipower HFW-250
250 kW at the top of the FPT C87TE1D 8.7L range — EPA Tier 3 certified, UL 2200 listed, US-built with Stamford HC444D alternator for demanding industrial and mission-critical standby.
250 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
Mission-critical and industrial standby for data centers, hospitals, and large commercial complexes requiring 250 kW three-phase with California emissions compliance.
250 kW standby diesel generator with FPT C87TE1D 8.7L inline-6 engine and Stamford HC444D alternator. EPA Tier 3. US manufactured in Olathe, Kansas.
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