What engine does the VD200-04FT4MP use?

The Volvo Penta TAD1180VE — a 10.8-liter, six-cylinder turbocharged and charge-air-cooled diesel. The TAD1180VE is a larger displacement platform than the 7.7-liter TAD881VE used in the VD150, and the entry point into the 260 × 92 in trailer class. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage 5 dual certification applies. The 18.5-gallon DEF tank is shared across the VD100 through VD300 mobile range. Rated power is available to 4,921 ft (1,500 m) at 122°F (50°C). Exhaust temperature of 810°F is the lowest in the VD mobile series.

What controller does the VD200-04FT4MP use?

The DSE DCP7310 Digital Control Panel, with CAN Bus J1939 engine communication, digital metering, RS-485 interface, 8 programmable contact inputs, 10 contact outputs, and NFPA 110 Level 1 compatibility. The panel is cULus Listed and CE Approved with IP 65 ingress protection (with supplied gasket). A 24V battery system and battery charger are included. The VD200 uses a Stamford UCDI274J1 alternator — a step up in the UCI274 family from the UCI274F in the VD150.

How does the VD200-04FT4MP compare to the VD150-04FT4MP and VD250-04FT4MP?

The VD150-04FT4MP (230.5 × 90 in, 11,125 lbs, 250-gal tank) to VD200-04FT4MP (260 × 92 in, 14,225 lbs, 350-gal tank) is a significant platform step: the trailer grows to 260 × 92 in, weight increases by 3,100 lbs, and the fuel tank grows to 350 gallons. This reflects the TAD1180VE's larger displacement. The VD250-04FT4MP above uses the TAD1381VE (12.8L) on the same 260 × 92 in platform at 15,400 lbs — a 1,175-lb increase for 50 additional kWe. VD200 and VD250 are footprint-compatible within the 260 × 92 in trailer class.

What are the fuel capacity and runtime of the VD200-04FT4MP?

The 350-gallon integral fuel tank at full load (14.5 gph) provides approximately 24 hours of runtime. At 75% load (11.2 gph), runtime extends to approximately 31 hours. The 18.5-gallon DEF tank typically supports roughly 24 hours at full load before refill. Combustion air draw is 686 CFM; ventilation air requirement is 16,725 CFM; heat rejected to the coolant circuit is 423,120 BTU/hr; exhaust exits at 810°F at 1,564 CFM.

Blue Star Power Systems · Volvo Penta Diesel Mobile

Blue Star VD200-04FT4MP

200 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled

200 kW Tier 4 Final / EU Stage 5 mobile trailer diesel generator built by Blue Star Power Systems. Volvo Penta TAD1180VE six-cylinder engine, Stamford UCDI274J1 alternator, DSE DCP7310 controller, 350-gallon integrated fuel tank.

Standby power: 200 kW / 200 kW prime
Voltage options: 120/240V, 120/208V, 277/480V
Frequency / Phase: 60 Hz · 1/3-phase
Engine: Volvo Penta TAD1180VE · 10.8L
EPA / Emissions: Tier 4 Final
Alternator: Stamford UCDI274J1

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Overview#

The Blue Star VD200-04FT4MP is a 200-kilowatt EPA Tier 4 Final / EU Stage 5 mobile trailer diesel generator powered by the Volvo Penta TAD1180VE — a 10.8-liter, six-cylinder turbocharged and charge-air-cooled engine. It is the entry model on Blue Star's 260 × 92 in mobile trailer platform, which is shared with the VD250-04FT4MP and VD300-04FT4MP.

Blue Star Power Systems pairs the TAD1180VE with a Stamford UCDI274J1 alternator and DSE DCP7310 controller, mounted on an aluminum road trailer with a 350-gallon integral fuel tank and 18.5-gallon DEF tank. At 14,225 lbs, the VD200-04FT4MP requires a commercial tow vehicle. The step from the VD150 to VD200 brings a substantially larger trailer, 3,100 lbs of additional weight, and a 100-gallon increase in fuel capacity — a meaningful change in deployment logistics.

The 260 × 92 Inch Platform: 200–300 kW#

The VD200, VD250, and VD300 share the same 260 × 92 in aluminum road trailer. This makes them footprint-compatible within the platform class — a useful planning consideration when load growth from 200 kWe toward 300 kWe is possible. The 350-gallon fuel tank is sized appropriately for this output range, providing approximately 24 hours at 200 kWe full load.

When to specify the VD200-04FT4MP#

180–200 kW temporary or standby power at commercial, industrial, construction, healthcare, or utility sites
Sites up to 4,921 ft elevation at ambient temperatures to 122°F
Projects requiring EU Stage 5 dual certification alongside EPA Tier 4 Final
Single-phase or three-phase loads; footprint-compatible with VD250 and VD300 if load growth is anticipated
Applications where the 260 × 92 in trailer platform is acceptable and 200 kWe is the targeted load tier

Our service experience#

The TAD1180VE at 200 kWe provides headroom over the rated output — do not routinely run below 30% load as DPF regeneration requires adequate exhaust temperature. The 810°F exhaust temperature is the coolest in the Volvo Penta mobile series; at sustained low loads, passive DPF regeneration may be insufficient and active regeneration will be triggered. Annual full-load testing is essential. DEF management: at 14.5 gph diesel consumption, the 18.5-gallon DEF tank needs attention approximately every 24 hours — keep DEF supply on-site for deployments longer than one day.

Engineering specifications

Physical

Length: 260 in
Width: 92 in
Height: 124 in
Dry weight: 14,225 lb

Acoustic

Sound @ 7m, full load: 71 dBA
Enclosure: Open

Fuel system & runtime

Integral fuel tank: 350 gal
Fuel use @ full load: 14.5 GPH
Fuel use @ 75% load: 11.2 GPH
Fuel use @ 50% load: 8.27 GPH
DEF tank: 18.5 gal

Thermal & ventilation

Heat to coolant: 423,120 BTU/hr
Heat radiated: 254,160 BTU/hr
Exhaust flow: 1,564 CFM
Exhaust temp: 810 °F
Combustion air: 686 CFM
Ventilation air: 16,725 CFM

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Estimated runtime

31.3 hours(1.3 days)

Fuel consumption ≈ 11.19 GPH at 75% load. Estimate based on industry-typical 1800 RPM standby curves (≈0.07 GPH/kW at full load). Actual consumption varies by engine, ambient temperature, fuel quality, and tuning.

Service intervals

Manufacturer-recommended intervals for the Blue Star VD200-04FT4MP under standby duty. Field intervals may differ based on load profile, ambient conditions, and fuel quality.

Oil & filter: Every 500 hours or 12 months
Coolant change: Every 6000 hours
Air filter: Every 1000 hours
Fuel filter: Every 500 hours
Major overhaul: ≈ 20,000 hours
Load bank test: Every 12 months

Common failure modes

What we've seen fail on this platform. Use as a service-planning reference, not a diagnostic — actual failure modes depend heavily on duty cycle and maintenance history.

Component	Symptom	Typical hours	Severity
DEF system (SCR catalyst)	Derate warning, NOx fault, DEF quality alert	4,380+	moderate
Fuel quality	Injector fouling, hard starting	4,380+	moderate
Battery	Failed to start, slow crank	8,760+	minor

Frequently Asked Questions

What engine does the VD200-04FT4MP use?: The Volvo Penta TAD1180VE — a 10.8-liter, six-cylinder turbocharged and charge-air-cooled diesel. The TAD1180VE is a larger displacement platform than the 7.7-liter TAD881VE used in the VD150, and the entry point into the 260 × 92 in trailer class. EPA Tier 4 Final and EU Stage 5 dual certification applies. The 18.5-gallon DEF tank is shared across the VD100 through VD300 mobile range. Rated power is available to 4,921 ft (1,500 m) at 122°F (50°C). Exhaust temperature of 810°F is the lowest in the VD mobile series.
What controller does the VD200-04FT4MP use?: The DSE DCP7310 Digital Control Panel, with CAN Bus J1939 engine communication, digital metering, RS-485 interface, 8 programmable contact inputs, 10 contact outputs, and NFPA 110 Level 1 compatibility. The panel is cULus Listed and CE Approved with IP 65 ingress protection (with supplied gasket). A 24V battery system and battery charger are included. The VD200 uses a Stamford UCDI274J1 alternator — a step up in the UCI274 family from the UCI274F in the VD150.
How does the VD200-04FT4MP compare to the VD150-04FT4MP and VD250-04FT4MP?: The VD150-04FT4MP (230.5 × 90 in, 11,125 lbs, 250-gal tank) to VD200-04FT4MP (260 × 92 in, 14,225 lbs, 350-gal tank) is a significant platform step: the trailer grows to 260 × 92 in, weight increases by 3,100 lbs, and the fuel tank grows to 350 gallons. This reflects the TAD1180VE's larger displacement. The VD250-04FT4MP above uses the TAD1381VE (12.8L) on the same 260 × 92 in platform at 15,400 lbs — a 1,175-lb increase for 50 additional kWe. VD200 and VD250 are footprint-compatible within the 260 × 92 in trailer class.
What are the fuel capacity and runtime of the VD200-04FT4MP?: The 350-gallon integral fuel tank at full load (14.5 gph) provides approximately 24 hours of runtime. At 75% load (11.2 gph), runtime extends to approximately 31 hours. The 18.5-gallon DEF tank typically supports roughly 24 hours at full load before refill. Combustion air draw is 686 CFM; ventilation air requirement is 16,725 CFM; heat rejected to the coolant circuit is 423,120 BTU/hr; exhaust exits at 810°F at 1,564 CFM.

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Last reviewed: May 6, 2026