Factory-direct pricing with non-proprietary OEM components — same engines and controllers as the majors, 15-30% less
25–2000 kW50 modelsdiesel, natural-gas, lpg
Why buyers choose Gillette
15-30% less than major brands — factory-direct eliminates distributor markup
Non-proprietary components — John Deere, Volvo, Mitsubishi engines + Deep Sea Electronics controllers
3-7 business day lead times — fastest in the industry for custom-configured units
UL-2200 / NFPA-110 Level 1 certified — same compliance as premium brands
Factory-direct parts support — call the factory, talk to an engineer
Who Gillette is for
Cost-conscious commercial and institutional buyers, municipal and wastewater applications, military (Buy American compliance), and buyers who value component independence over brand prestige.
What to consider before specifying Gillette
*Only ~10-15 dealers nationally — limited local service options
*1-year warranty — shortest in the industry
*No secondary resale market — units have near-zero resale value
*Not on most 'approved equal' lists for large engineering firms
Our recommendation
When budget and lead time matter for industrial diesel standby, we recommend Gillette. Same John Deere and Volvo engines as the major brands, same UL-2200 certification, same Deep Sea Electronics controllers — at 15-30% less, with 3-7 day lead times that the big OEMs can't touch.
Gillette's open architecture is the key differentiator. Non-proprietary components mean any qualified technician can service it — you're never locked into one dealer's service pricing. Factory-direct pricing eliminates the distributor markup that inflates costs on Kohler, CAT, and Cummins units.
Our service experience with Gillette
We pitch Gillette for industrial diesel applications where buyers prioritize value and open-architecture serviceability. The John Deere and Volvo engines are the same platforms we service daily across other brands, so our technicians maintain Gillette units with full confidence.
How Gillette compares
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Gillette advantage
Caterpillar
Same-class engines (John Deere, Volvo) at 30-40% less cost with no dealer territory lock-in — CAT's premium buys brand prestige, not better components
Cummins
Open-architecture controllers and non-proprietary components vs Cummins' closed ecosystem — service flexibility that Cummins can't offer
Generac
Better component quality (John Deere/Volvo engines vs Generac's proprietary G-Force) at comparable pricing, with genuinely open architecture
Kohler
The value alternative when Kohler's premium is hard to justify — same UL-2200 compliance, faster lead times, lower acquisition cost
Gillette Generators is a brand of Cummins Power Generation with roots in the American Midwest generator manufacturing tradition. The lineage traces to the Winpower Manufacturing Company, established in Yankton, South Dakota in the 1960s. Through successive ownership changes and acquisitions, the Gillette generator product line became part of Cummins, where it continues to be manufactured at the Yankton facility. The brand occupies a distinct niche within the Cummins portfolio: portable, light commercial, and PTO generators in the approximately 3 kW to 100 kW range — products that sit below the large commercial and industrial standby generators that carry the Cummins Power Generation name directly.
The product line divides into three categories. The GPE series covers gasoline-powered portable generators for construction sites, emergency backup, and light commercial use. The SPJD series provides diesel-powered units for applications requiring the fuel efficiency and durability advantages of diesel in the light commercial range. The PTO (power take-off) generator lineup is where Gillette has its strongest identity — tractor-driven generators that connect to a standard PTO shaft to produce electricity without a dedicated engine. For agricultural operations across the Midwest and Great Plains, where tractors are already part of daily operations, a Gillette PTO generator provides emergency and supplemental power at a cost well below that of a standalone engine-driven generator of equivalent capacity.
The Cummins ownership means Gillette generators are backed by the Cummins dealer and service network, which is a meaningful advantage over independent assemblers that lack a national service infrastructure. Parts availability, warranty service, and technical support flow through established Cummins channels. For buyers comparing Gillette PTO generators against competitors like Winco, the Cummins backing provides broader dealer coverage, particularly outside the upper Midwest. The trade-off is that Gillette's portable and light commercial lineup does not carry the same depth of product range or feature set as dedicated portable generator brands like Generac or Honda — Gillette's strength is purpose-built ruggedness for agricultural and light commercial applications rather than consumer-oriented features like inverter technology or ultra-quiet enclosures.
Frequently asked questions
Is Gillette the same company as Cummins Power Generation?
Gillette Generators is a brand within Cummins Power Generation. The Gillette name traces back to the Winpower Manufacturing Company, founded in the 1960s in Yankton, South Dakota. Through a series of acquisitions, the Gillette generator line became part of Cummins. Manufacturing continues at the original Yankton, South Dakota facility, and units are distributed through the Cummins dealer network.
What types of generators does Gillette make?
Gillette specializes in three categories: portable gasoline generators (GPE series), light commercial diesel generators (SPJD series), and PTO (power take-off) generators designed for agricultural use. The PTO generators connect to a tractor's power take-off shaft, producing electricity without a separate engine. The overall range spans approximately 3 kW to 100 kW, with PTO units concentrated in the 15-75 kW range for farm and rural applications.
What is a Gillette PTO generator?
A Gillette PTO (Power Take-Off) generator connects to a tractor's rear PTO shaft to generate electricity. Because the tractor provides the prime mover, the generator set does not need its own engine, making it significantly less expensive than a standalone engine-driven unit of equivalent output. PTO generators are a staple of agricultural emergency power — if a farm already has a tractor with adequate horsepower, a PTO generator delivers reliable backup power for livestock operations, grain handling, and rural homes at a fraction of the cost of a self-contained generator.
Key specs at a glance
Power range
25–2000 kW standby
Fuel types
natural-gas, lpg, diesel
Engine OEMs
PSI, Perkins, Hyundai, John Deere, Mitsubishi, Volvo Penta
Alternator OEMs
Stamford, Stamford AVK
Phase options
1-phase, 3-phase
Models in library
50
When to Specify Gillette
✓Factory-direct pricing eliminates distributor markup — typically 15-30% below major brands at comparable specs
✓Non-proprietary components (John Deere, Volvo, Mitsubishi engines; Deep Sea Electronics controllers) mean any qualified technician can service the unit
✓3-7 business day lead times are the fastest in the industry for custom-configured units
✓UL-2200 and NFPA-110 Level 1 certified — same compliance credentials as premium brands at Tier 2 pricing
✓Best choice for cost-conscious buyers, municipal and wastewater applications, and military projects requiring Buy American compliance
Factory-direct prime-rated gas at 15-30% below major brands. PSI 31.8L V12 — Gillette's largest prime gas unit. Continuous duty, no lock-in.
540 kW standby · Natural Gas · Liquid-cooled
540 kW prime natural gas for continuous-duty industrial, mining, and large off-grid operations. Gillette's largest prime unit.
540 kW prime-rated natural gas generator. PSI 31.8L V12 turbocharged, Stamford HCI534 alternator, DSE 7420. Continuous duty, 3-phase only. Gillette's largest prime gas unit.
Factory-direct megawatt-class gas at 15-30% below major brands. PSI 52.3L V16 engine + DSE controller — no proprietary lock-in.
1.1 MW standby · Natural Gas · Liquid-cooled
1,050 kW (1 MW) natural gas standby for data centers, hospitals, industrial campuses, and utility-scale backup.
1,050 kW natural gas stationary standby generator. PSI 52.3L V16 turbocharged engine, Stamford AVK alternator, DSE 7420 MKII. Natural gas only. Made in USA.
Factory-direct at 15-30% below major brands. PSI 8.8L high-output turbo V8 + DSE controller — no proprietary lock-in. 3-7 day lead times.
200 kW standby · Natural Gas · Liquid-cooled
200 kW natural gas standby for commercial buildings, hotels, multi-family housing, and data centers.
200 kW natural gas stationary standby generator. Made-in-USA commercial unit with PSI 8.8L high-output turbocharged V8, Stamford alternator, and DSE 7420 MKII controller. NG only.
Factory-direct at 15-30% below major brands. PSI 31.8L V12 engine + DSE controller — no proprietary lock-in. 3-7 day lead times.
650 kW standby · Natural Gas · Liquid-cooled
650 kW natural gas standby for data centers, hospitals, industrial facilities, and campus-scale emergency backup.
650 kW natural gas stationary standby generator. PSI 31.8L V12 turbocharged engine, Stamford HCI634 alternator, DSE 7420 MKII. Natural gas only. Made in USA.
Factory-direct at 15-30% below major brands. PSI 39.2L V12 engine + DSE controller — no proprietary lock-in. 3-7 day lead times.
800 kW standby · Natural Gas · Liquid-cooled
800 kW natural gas standby for data centers, hospitals, industrial campuses, and large municipal facilities.
800 kW natural gas stationary standby generator. PSI 39.2L V12 turbocharged engine, Stamford HCI634 alternator, DSE 7420 MKII. Natural gas only. Made in USA.
Factory-direct at 15-30% below major brands. Perkins engine + DSE controller — no proprietary lock-in. 3-7 day lead times.
100 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
100 kW diesel standby for commercial buildings, telecom sites, pump stations, and light industrial facilities.
100 kW stationary diesel standby generator with Perkins 1104D-E44TAG2 engine. Made-in-USA with Stamford UCI274D alternator and DSE 7420 MKII controller.
Tier 33-phasecommercialtelecom
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Gillette SPD-1500
Factory-direct at 15-30% below major brands. Perkins 7.0L I6 engine + DSE controller — no proprietary lock-in. 3-7 day lead times.
150 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
150 kW diesel standby for hospitals, hotels, commercial buildings, and municipal infrastructure.
150 kW stationary diesel standby generator with Perkins 1106D-E70TAG4 engine. Made-in-USA with Stamford UCI274G alternator and DSE 7420 MKII controller.
Tier 33-phasecommercialhospital
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Gillette SPD-2000
Factory-direct at 15-30% below major brands. Perkins 7.0L I6 engine + DSE controller — no proprietary lock-in. 3-7 day lead times.
200 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
200 kW diesel standby for hospitals, hotels, water treatment, and mid-size commercial or municipal facilities.
200 kW stationary diesel standby generator with Perkins 1106D-E70TAG5 engine. Made-in-USA with Stamford UCID274J alternator and DSE 7420 MKII controller.
Tier 33-phasecommercialhospital
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Gillette SPD-300
Factory-direct at 15-30% below major brands. Perkins engine + DSE controller — no proprietary lock-in. 3-7 day lead times.
30 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
30 kW diesel standby for cost-conscious commercial, telecom shelters, and small municipal pump stations.
30 kW stationary diesel standby generator with Perkins 404D-22TAG engine. Made-in-USA commercial diesel unit with Stamford alternator and DSE 7420 MKII controller.
Tier 4 Interim3-phasecommercialtelecom
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Gillette SPD-600
Factory-direct at 15-30% below major brands. Perkins engine + DSE controller — no proprietary lock-in. 3-7 day lead times.
60 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
60 kW diesel standby for commercial buildings, telecom sites, retail stores, and pump stations.
60 kW stationary diesel standby generator with Perkins 1104D-E44TG1 engine. Made-in-USA with Stamford UCI224F alternator and DSE 7420 MKII controller.
Tier 33-phasecommercialtelecom
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Gillette SPHD-9000
Factory-direct at 15-30% below major brands. Hyundai 21.9L V12 engine + DSE controller — no proprietary lock-in. 3-7 day lead times.
900 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
900 kW diesel standby for data centers, hospitals, industrial campuses, and large-scale critical infrastructure.
900 kW stationary diesel standby generator with Hyundai DP222CCS V12 engine. Made-in-USA with Stamford S6DD311 alternator, shunt excitation, and DSE 7420 MKII controller.
Tier 23-phasedata-centerhospital
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Gillette SPJD-1000
Factory-direct at 15-30% below major brands. John Deere 4045 engine + DSE controller — no proprietary lock-in. 3-7 day lead times.
100 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
100 kW diesel standby for commercial, telecom, pump stations, and municipal buyers. Buy American compliant.
100 kW stationary diesel standby generator with John Deere 4045HF285 engine. Made-in-USA with Stamford UCI274D alternator and DSE 7420 MKII controller.
Tier 33-phasecommercialtelecom
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Gillette SPJD-1550
Factory-direct at 15-30% below major brands. John Deere 6068 engine + DSE controller — no proprietary lock-in. 3-7 day lead times.
155 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
155 kW diesel standby for hospitals, hotels, commercial buildings, and municipal infrastructure. Buy American compliant.
155 kW stationary diesel standby generator with John Deere 6068HF285 engine. Made-in-USA with Stamford UCI274G alternator and DSE 7420 MKII controller.
Tier 33-phasecommercialhospital
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Gillette SPJD-2100
Factory-direct at 15-30% below major brands. John Deere 6068 engine + DSE controller — no proprietary lock-in. 3-7 day lead times.
210 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
210 kW diesel standby for hospitals, hotels, water treatment, and commercial facilities. Buy American compliant.
210 kW stationary diesel standby generator with John Deere 6068HF485 engine. Made-in-USA with Stamford UCID274J alternator and DSE 7420 MKII controller.
Tier 33-phasecommercialhospital
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Gillette SPJD-600
Factory-direct at 15-30% below major brands. John Deere engine + DSE controller — no proprietary lock-in. 3-7 day lead times.
60 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
60 kW diesel standby for cost-conscious commercial, telecom, and municipal buyers. Buy American compliant.
60 kW stationary diesel standby generator with John Deere engine. Made-in-USA commercial diesel unit with DSE controller and Stamford or Marathon alternator.
Tier 33-phasecommercialtelecom
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Gillette SPMI-1.5M
Factory-direct megawatt-class diesel at 15-30% below major brands. Mitsubishi S16R V16 engine + DSE controller — no proprietary lock-in.
1.5 MW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
1,500 kW (1.5 MW) diesel standby for data centers, hospitals, industrial campuses, and municipal emergency power.
1,500 kW stationary diesel standby generator with Mitsubishi S16R V16 engine. 65.37L displacement, Stamford AVK S7L1D alternator, PMG excitation. Made in USA.
Tier 23-phasedata-centerhospital
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Gillette SPMI-1M
Factory-direct megawatt-class diesel at 15-30% below major brands. Mitsubishi S12H engine + DSE controller — no proprietary lock-in.
1 MW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
1,000 kW (1 MW) diesel standby for data centers, hospitals, industrial campuses, and utility-scale backup.
1,000 kW stationary diesel standby generator with Mitsubishi S12H engine. Made-in-USA with Stamford AVK S6D alternator, PMG excitation, and DSE 7420 MKII controller.
Tier 23-phasedata-centerhospital
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Gillette SPMI-2M
Factory-direct 2 MW diesel at 15-30% below major brands. Mitsubishi S16R V16 — Gillette's largest unit. No proprietary lock-in.
2 MW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
2,000 kW (2 MW) diesel standby for hyperscale data centers, hospitals, industrial campuses, and utility-grade backup.
2,000 kW stationary diesel standby generator with Mitsubishi S16R V16 engine. 65.37L displacement, Stamford AVK S7L1DG alternator, PMG excitation. Gillette's largest unit.
Tier 23-phasedata-centerhospital
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Gillette SPMI-8000
Factory-direct at 15-30% below major brands. Mitsubishi S12A2 engine + DSE controller — no proprietary lock-in. 3-7 day lead times.
800 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
800 kW diesel standby for data centers, hospitals, industrial campuses, and large-scale critical infrastructure.
800 kW stationary diesel standby generator with Mitsubishi S12A2 engine. Made-in-USA with Stamford AVK HCI634 alternator, PMG excitation, and DSE 7420 MKII controller.
Tier 23-phasedata-centerhospital
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Gillette SPVD-2500
Factory-direct at 15-30% below major brands. Volvo Penta 7.7L engine + Basler controller — no proprietary lock-in. 3-7 day lead times.
250 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
250 kW diesel standby for hospitals, hotels, data centers, and mid-size commercial or industrial facilities.
250 kW stationary diesel standby generator with Volvo Penta TAD852GE 7.7L engine. Stamford S4L1D alternator, Basler DGC-2020 controller. Made in USA.
Tier 33-phasecommercialhospital
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Gillette SPVD-3000
Factory-direct at 15-30% below major brands. Volvo Penta 12.8L engine + Basler controller — no proprietary lock-in. 3-7 day lead times.
300 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
300 kW diesel standby for hospitals, hotels, data centers, and large commercial or industrial facilities.
300 kW stationary diesel standby generator with Volvo Penta TAD1351GE 12.8L engine. Stamford S4L1D alternator, Basler DGC-2020 controller. Made in USA.
Tier 33-phasecommercialhospital
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Gillette SPVD-3500
Factory-direct at 15-30% below major brands. Volvo Penta 12.8L engine + Basler controller — no proprietary lock-in. 3-7 day lead times.
350 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
350 kW diesel standby for hospitals, data centers, hotels, and large commercial or campus facilities.
350 kW stationary diesel standby generator with Volvo Penta TAD1352GE 12.8L engine. Stamford S4L1DF alternator, Basler DGC-2020 controller. Made in USA.
Tier 33-phasecommercialhospital
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Gillette SPVD-4000
Factory-direct at 15-30% below major brands. Volvo Penta 12.8L engine + Basler controller — no proprietary lock-in. 3-7 day lead times.
400 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
400 kW diesel standby for hospitals, data centers, hotels, and large commercial or campus facilities.
400 kW stationary diesel standby generator with Volvo Penta TAD1353GE 12.8L engine. Stamford S4L1DG alternator, Basler DGC-2020 controller. Made in USA.
Tier 33-phasecommercialhospital
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Gillette SPVD-5000
Factory-direct at 15-30% below major brands. Volvo Penta 16.1L engine + Basler controller — no proprietary lock-in. 3-7 day lead times.
500 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
500 kW diesel standby for data centers, hospitals, industrial campuses, and large municipal facilities.
500 kW stationary diesel standby generator with Volvo Penta TAD1641GE 16.1L engine. Stamford HCI534 alternator, Basler DGC-2020 controller. Made in USA.
Tier 23-phasedata-centerhospital
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Gillette SPVD-5500
Factory-direct at 15-30% below major brands. Volvo Penta 16.1L engine + Basler controller — no proprietary lock-in. 3-7 day lead times.
550 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
550 kW diesel standby for data centers, hospitals, industrial campuses, and large municipal infrastructure.
550 kW stationary diesel standby generator with Volvo Penta TAD1642GE 16.1L engine. Stamford HCI534F alternator, Basler DGC-2020 controller. Made in USA.
Tier 23-phasedata-centerhospital
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Gillette SPVD-6000
Factory-direct at 15-30% below major brands. Volvo Penta 16.1L engine + Basler controller — no proprietary lock-in. 3-7 day lead times.
600 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
600 kW diesel standby for data centers, hospitals, industrial campuses, and large-scale commercial emergency backup.
Factory-direct at 15-30% below major brands. Volvo Penta 17.26L engine + Basler controller — Gillette's largest Volvo unit. No lock-in.
700 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
700 kW diesel standby for data centers, hospitals, industrial campuses, and large-scale municipal or commercial facilities.
700 kW stationary diesel standby generator with Volvo Penta TWD1744GE 17.26L engine. Stamford S6DC311 alternator, Basler DGC-2020 controller. Gillette's largest Volvo unit.
Tier 23-phasedata-centerhospital
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Gillette T4D-1000
Factory-direct Tier 4 Final at 15-30% below major brands. Volvo Penta engine + Basler controller — EPA/CARB compliant, no lock-in.
100 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
100 kW Tier 4 Final diesel for air-quality-restricted sites, prime power, and commercial standby in CARB jurisdictions.
100 kW Tier 4 Final / Stage 5 diesel generator with Volvo Penta TAD581VE 5.13L engine. SCR aftertreatment, DEF system, Basler DGC-2020 controller. Made in USA.
Tier 4 Final3-phasecommercialhospital
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Gillette T4D-1500
Factory-direct Tier 4 Final at 15-30% below major brands. Volvo Penta 7.7L engine + Basler controller — EPA/CARB compliant, no lock-in.
150 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
150 kW Tier 4 Final diesel for air-quality-restricted sites, hospitals, and prime power in CARB jurisdictions.
150 kW Tier 4 Final / Stage 5 diesel generator with Volvo Penta TAD881VE 7.7L engine. SCR aftertreatment, DEF system, Basler DGC-2020 controller. Made in USA.
Tier 4 Final3-phasecommercialhospital
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Gillette T4D-2000
Factory-direct Tier 4 Final at 15-30% below major brands. Volvo Penta 10.8L engine + Basler controller — EPA/CARB compliant, no lock-in.
200 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
200 kW Tier 4 Final diesel for hospitals, municipal sites, construction, and prime power in CARB jurisdictions.
200 kW Tier 4 Final / Stage 5 diesel generator with Volvo Penta TAD1180VE 10.8L engine. SCR aftertreatment, DEF, Basler DGC-2020 controller. Made in USA.
Tier 4 Final3-phasecommercialhospital
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Gillette T4D-2500
Factory-direct Tier 4 Final at 15-30% below major brands. Volvo Penta 12.8L engine + Basler controller — EPA/CARB compliant, no lock-in.
250 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
250 kW Tier 4 Final diesel for hospitals, municipal sites, and prime power in air-quality-restricted CARB jurisdictions.
250 kW Tier 4 Final / Stage 5 diesel generator with Volvo Penta TAD1381VE 12.8L engine. SCR aftertreatment, DEF, Basler DGC-2020 controller. Made in USA.
Tier 4 Final3-phasecommercialhospital
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Gillette T4D-3000
Factory-direct Tier 4 Final at 15-30% below major brands. Volvo Penta 12.8L engine + Basler controller — EPA/CARB compliant, no lock-in.
300 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
300 kW Tier 4 Final diesel for hospitals, municipal infrastructure, and prime power in CARB jurisdictions.
300 kW Tier 4 Final / Stage 5 diesel generator with Volvo Penta TAD1383VE 12.8L engine. Water-to-air aftercooled, SCR+DEF, Basler DGC-2020. Made in USA.
Tier 4 Final3-phasecommercialhospital
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Gillette T4D-3500
Factory-direct Tier 4 Final at 15-30% below major brands. Volvo Penta 12.8L engine + Basler controller — EPA/CARB compliant, no lock-in.
350 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
350 kW Tier 4 Final diesel for hospitals, data centers, municipal sites, and prime power in CARB jurisdictions.
350 kW Tier 4 Final / Stage 5 diesel generator with Volvo Penta TAD1385VE 12.8L engine. Water-to-air aftercooled, SCR+DEF, Basler DGC-2020. Made in USA.
Tier 4 Final3-phasecommercialhospital
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Gillette T4D-6000
Factory-direct Tier 4 Final at 15-30% below major brands. Volvo Penta 16.1L engine — Gillette's largest T4F unit. EPA/CARB compliant.
600 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
600 kW Tier 4 Final diesel for data centers, hospitals, industrial prime power, and sites in CARB jurisdictions.
600 kW standby / 570 kW prime Tier 4 Final diesel generator with Volvo Penta TWD1683GE 16.1L engine. H2O-to-air aftercooled, SCR+DEF. Gillette's largest T4F unit.
