Overview#
The Hipower HDI-180F is a 180 kW standby diesel generator powered by an FPT (Iveco) engine with Stamford alternator. Part of the HDI heavy-duty industrial series. Manufactured in Hipower's 515,000 sq ft facility in Olathe, Kansas.
Hipower Systems · HDI Series
Hipower HDI-180F
180 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
180 kW standby diesel generator with FPT engine. Heavy-duty industrial series.
- Standby power
- 180 kW
- Voltage options
- 277/480V
- Frequency / Phase
- 60 Hz · 3-phase
- Engine
- FPT Industrial C87TE3F
- EPA / Emissions
- Tier 3
- Alternator
- Stamford S4L1D
Engineering specifications
Acoustic
- Sound @ 7m, full load
- 68 dBA
- Enclosure
- Sound-attenuated
Fuel system & runtime
- Fuel use @ full load
- 14 GPH
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Estimated runtime
18.5 hours(0.8 days)
Fuel consumption ≈ 10.80 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 Hipower HDI-180F under standby duty. Field intervals may differ based on load profile, ambient conditions, and fuel quality.
- Oil & filter
- Every 500 hours
- Air filter
- Every 500 hours
- Fuel filter
- Every 500 hours
- Major overhaul
- ≈ 2,000 hours
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the standby rating of the Hipower HDI-180F?
- The HDI-180F is rated at 180 kW standby at 277/480V, three-phase, 60 Hz. It is designed for commercial and industrial facilities requiring NFPA 110 Level 1 emergency power.
- What engine powers the Hipower HDI-180F?
- The HDI-180F uses an FPT Industrial C87TE3F diesel engine paired with a Stamford S4L1D alternator. The C87 is FPT's high-output industrial diesel platform with global parts and service support.
- What are the service intervals for the HDI-180F?
- Oil, air filter, and fuel filter changes are due every 500 hours. The major overhaul interval is 2,000 hours, consistent with FPT C87 series engine maintenance requirements.
- How does the HDI-180F compare to Cat, Cummins, or Kohler at 180 kW?
- The HDI-180F offers the same NFPA 110 L1, seismic, and 200 mph wind certifications as Cat, Cummins, and Kohler units at this output class, typically at 15-25% lower cost. All enclosures, fuel tanks, and controls are designed and manufactured by Hipower in Olathe, Kansas.
- Is the HDI-180F NFPA 110 Level 1 compliant?
- Yes. The HDI-180F is NFPA 110 Level 1 certified with seismic and 200 mph wind ratings, qualifying it for healthcare, data center, and other mission-critical standby applications.
- Who services Hipower HDI generators in Northern California?
- OnPoint Generators is an authorized Hipower dealer serving the Bay Area and Northern California. We provide sales, commissioning, load bank testing, and scheduled maintenance for the HDI-180F.
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