Overview#
The Hipower HFW-160 is a 160 kW stationary standby diesel generator at the upper output boundary of the FPT Industrial N67 engine platform. Paired with a Stamford alternator and built at Hipower's Olathe, Kansas facility, the HFW-160 carries EPA Tier 4 Final certification for new standby installations in regulated environments, including California's most restrictive air districts. The model targets mid-size industrial and commercial applications — multi-tenant office buildings, light manufacturing, and healthcare facilities — where 160 kW of reliable standby power and rigorous emissions compliance are both required. Both single-phase and three-phase configurations are available.
FPT Industrial Engine Platform#
The N67 is a 6.7-liter turbocharged inline-6 diesel produced by FPT Industrial (CNH Industrial). At 160 kW, the N67 is operating near the top of its standby rating range — a configuration that maximizes displacement utilization while staying within the engine's thermal and mechanical design envelope. The N67's inline-6 architecture delivers strong, even torque output that benefits voltage regulation and frequency stability during the step-load events common in commercial facilities.
The N67's roots in Case IH and New Holland agricultural equipment give it a parts and service infrastructure that extends far beyond conventional generator dealer networks. California's agricultural regions — the Sacramento Valley, San Joaquin Valley, and the Central Coast — host Case/New Holland dealers with N67 engine parts inventory, providing backup sourcing for operators in remote areas.
Tier 4 Final aftertreatment for the N67 at 160 kW typically employs SCR for NOx reduction combined with a diesel particulate filter system. This factory-integrated approach satisfies both EPA and CARB certification requirements, enabling permit-to-operate in California air districts where Tier 3 engines face increasing restrictions.
Hipower Design Advantages#
The HFW-160 meets NFPA 110 Level I/II compliance standards, supporting life-safety occupancy classifications alongside optional standby. Hipower offers a range of enclosure configurations from open skid through Level 2 sound attenuation — the latter meeting the noise requirements of California's most restrictive urban jurisdictions. Single-phase availability on this model (120/240V and 120/208V) in addition to 277/480V three-phase serves mixed commercial building configurations.
Optional IBC seismic certification makes the HFW-160 suitable for California hospital, urgent care, and government projects subject to OSHPD review. The DSE controller supports automatic transfer coordination, remote annunciator integration, and optional paralleling capability for facilities that may require redundant or expandable standby power in the future.
Service and Maintenance#
At 160 kW, the N67 engine is working at high output, which increases the importance of adhering to the 500-hour oil change schedule rather than deferring to the 12-month calendar trigger for high-utilization installations. Load bank testing at each annual service is strongly recommended to verify performance under full-load conditions and identify any derating due to fuel or air system degradation.
Fuel polishing is critical for this output class. The N67's common-rail injection system at high output amplifies the consequences of injector fouling — rough combustion at 160 kW load is felt immediately in voltage and frequency regulation. Annual fuel sampling and polishing, combined with biocide treatment, are best practices for commercial standby units in coastal and humid California environments.
Our Service Experience#
OnPoint Generators services HFW-160 units across the Bay Area and Northern California. At the upper end of the N67 output range, the HFW-160's performance is well-understood by our technicians who work with the same FPT engine family across multiple product lines. EPA Tier 4 Final certification allows new installations to proceed cleanly through California's ATC and PTO process, and OnPoint provides permit documentation support for commercial and industrial projects requiring NFPA 110 or OSHPD compliance packages.
