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Generac SG230

Industrial Gaseous

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Generac SG230 is a 230 kWe standby and 207 kWe prime industrial gaseous generator using the 14.2 L inline-six platform at 1800 RPM. It is EPA certified for stationary emergency and non-emergency service.

Generac SG230 14.2L Inline-6 Turbocharged Aftercooled natural gas generator engine — 288 kVA standby specifications
Generac SG230 14.2L Inline-6 Turbocharged Aftercooled natural gas generator engine — 288 kVA standby specifications
Standby Power · 60 Hz
288 kVA
Electrical Output
230 kWe
Cylinders
L6
Displacement
14.2 L
Rated Speed
1,800 RPM

Power Ratings

kWm = mechanical shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = kWe ÷ 0.8 pf

60 Hz1800 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power207258.8
Standby Power230287.5

Generac SG230 generator set context

The Generac SG230 is listed here as a natural gas generator-drive engine for 60 Hz generator sets, with a headline 288 kVA / 230 kWe / standby rating. Use this page to compare the published engine output, electrical kWe/kVA ratings, emissions level, datasheet availability, and neighboring models before specifying an alternator, controller, enclosure, voltage, and compliance package.

Also searched as

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Technical Specifications

BrandGenerac
ModelSG230
SeriesIndustrial Gaseous
ConfigurationInline-6 Turbocharged Aftercooled
Cylinders6
Displacement14.2 L
Fuel TypeNatural Gas
Ignition TypeSpark Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardU.S. EPA Stationary
CertificationsU.S. EPA Stationary, U.S. EPA Stationary Emergency, U.S. EPA Stationary Non-Emergency
Country of OriginUnited States

Frequently asked questions

What is the power output of the Generac SG230?

The Generac SG230 is rated at 288 kVA standby / 259 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the SG230 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Generac SG230 is rated for 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the Generac SG230 use?

The Generac SG230 is a Natural Gas generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the SG230?

The Generac SG230 is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 14.2 L.

What emissions standard does the SG230 meet?

The Generac SG230 is certified to U.S. EPA Stationary emissions standards.

Is the Generac SG230 still in production?

Yes — the Generac SG230 is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the SG230?

Yes — an official Generac datasheet for the Generac SG230 can be downloaded from this page.

Reference

Last database update
2026-07-26
Manufacturer files
1 datasheet linked

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