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Triton Power TP-P500-T2-UL

500 kW standby / 455 kW prime · Diesel · Liquid-cooled

500 kW Tier 2 diesel generator with Perkins 2506D-E15TAG3 engine. UL2200-listed for commercial and industrial standby applications.

Triton Power Triton Power TP-P500-T2-UL generator — specifications and details
Standby power
500 kW / 455 kW prime
Voltage options
277/480V
Frequency / Phase
60 Hz · 3-phase
Engine
Perkins 2506D-E15TAG3 · 15.2L
EPA / Emissions
Tier 2
Alternator
Leroy Somer TAL0473

Overview#

The Triton Power TP-P500-T2-UL is a 500 kW diesel standby generator built on the Perkins 2506D-E15TAG3 six-cylinder turbocharged and aftercooled engine (15.2 L displacement, 568 kW / 762 HP) with a Leroy Somer TAL0473 alternator. It meets EPA Tier 2 emissions standards for emergency stationary applications and carries UL2200 listing. At this power class, the unit serves medium-to-large commercial and institutional facilities.

The unit features a Deep Sea Electronics DSE7310 controller with full engine and alternator protection. Fuel consumption is rated at 32 GPH at full load, dropping to 20.3 GPH at half load. The Tier 2 emissions rating means no aftertreatment systems are required for emergency standby use (less than 100 hours per year), keeping the package simpler and maintenance costs lower.

Our service experience#

The Perkins 2506D engine platform is proven across the generator industry, used by multiple OEMs and supported by a global parts network. At 500 kW, the TP-P500-T2-UL competes with Caterpillar C15, Cummins C500D6, and Kohler 500REOZMD — delivering comparable power output at Triton's value pricing. For projects where the specification allows "or equal" substitutions and acquisition cost is a primary driver, this unit offers strong value. Wind load rating up to 200 mph makes it suitable for hurricane-prone regions.

Engineering specifications

Acoustic

Sound @ 7m, full load
70 dBA

Fuel system & runtime

Integral fuel tank
264 gal
Fuel use @ full load
32 GPH
Fuel use @ 75% load
25.4 GPH
Fuel use @ 50% load
20.3 GPH

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Estimated runtime

10.7 hours(0.4 days)

Fuel consumption ≈ 24.69 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What engine powers the TP-P500-T2-UL?
The TP-P500-T2-UL uses a Perkins 2506D-E15TAG3 six-cylinder turbocharged and aftercooled diesel engine with 15.2 L displacement, running at 1800 RPM.
What is the fuel consumption at full load?
At full standby load (500 kW), the unit consumes 32 GPH. At 75% load it drops to 25.4 GPH, and at 50% load to 20.3 GPH.
Is the TP-P500-T2-UL UL-listed and what emissions tier does it meet?
Yes — the TP-P500-T2-UL carries a UL2200 listing and meets EPA Tier 2 emissions standards for emergency stationary applications (less than 100 hours per year), which means no aftertreatment systems are required.
What voltage is the TP-P500-T2-UL available in?
The TP-P500-T2-UL is configured for 277/480V three-phase at 60 Hz, suited for medium-to-large commercial and institutional facilities.

Why we recommend Triton Power

Triton Power is our value brand for mobile and portable diesel generators, and an emerging option for industrial standby. When MQ Power's pricing is a stretch or lead times are too long, Triton delivers comparable capability at a lower price point with faster availability.

We are developing our Triton Power sales relationship and building fleet experience. Every engine platform Triton uses — Perkins, John Deere, Kubota, Scania, Volvo — is one we already service daily across other brands. Triton's open architecture means our technicians can maintain these units with standard tooling and widely available parts.

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