Overview#
The Hipower HDI-230F is a 230 kW standby diesel generator powered by an FPT (Iveco) engine with Stamford alternator. Part of the HDI heavy-duty industrial series. Manufactured in Olathe, Kansas.
Hipower Systems · HDI Series
Hipower HDI-230F
230 kW standby · Diesel · Liquid-cooled
230 kW standby diesel generator with FPT engine. Heavy-duty industrial series.
- Standby power
- 230 kW
- Voltage options
- 277/480V
- Frequency / Phase
- 60 Hz · 3-phase
- Engine
- FPT Industrial C87TE1PV
- 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
- 19.9 GPH
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Estimated runtime
13.0 hours(0.5 days)
Fuel consumption ≈ 15.35 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-230F 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-230F?
- The HDI-230F is rated at 230 kW standby at 277/480V, three-phase, 60 Hz. This certified NFPA 110 Level 1 rating makes it a strong fit for data centers, hospitals, and large commercial standby applications.
- What engine powers the Hipower HDI-230F?
- The HDI-230F uses an FPT Industrial C87TE1PV diesel engine with a Stamford S4L1D alternator. The C87TE1PV is a high-output turbocharged variant engineered for the rigorous demands of standby power duty.
- What are the service intervals for the HDI-230F?
- Oil changes, air filter replacements, and fuel filter replacements are due every 500 hours. The major overhaul is at 2,000 hours, per FPT Industrial's published C87 series maintenance schedule.
- How does the HDI-230F compare to Cat, Cummins, or Kohler at 230 kW?
- At 230 kW the HDI-230F competes in the same class as Cat DE250 and Cummins C230D5 at 15-25% lower list price, with equivalent NFPA 110 L1, seismic, and 200 mph wind certifications. Hipower's full vertical integration eliminates third-party integration costs.
- Is the HDI-230F NFPA 110 Level 1 compliant?
- Yes. The HDI-230F carries NFPA 110 Level 1 certification with seismic and 200 mph wind ratings, qualifying it for mission-critical applications including data centers, hospitals, and emergency egress systems.
- Who services Hipower HDI generators in Northern California?
- OnPoint Generators is an authorized Hipower dealer and service provider serving the Bay Area and NorCal. We handle HDI-230F sales, startup commissioning, load bank testing, and scheduled maintenance.
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