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ZC-280C350 kVADiesel generator

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ZC-280C is a 350 kVA prime-power diesel generator set with a sound-attenuated canopy, powered by a Cummins NTA855-G4 engine.

The published electrical configuration is 400 V, 50 Hz, three-phase. Listed components — alternator: ZC-280E4.

Prime power350 kVA
Engine modelNTA855-G4
Electrical specification400 V · 50 HzPhases: 3

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Technical specifications

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Generator model
ZC-280C
Prime power
350 kVA
Engine brand
Cummins
Engine model
NTA855-G4
Alternator model
ZC-280E4
Voltage
400 V
Frequency
50 Hz
Phases
3
Enclosure
Silent canopy
Prime power
280 kW
Power factor
0.8

Prime power is stated in kVA; do not treat it as standby power or kW.

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Detailed technical specifications

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Engine specifications
Engine model
NTA855-G4
Cylinders
6
Cylinder arrangement
In-line
Bore × stroke
140 × 152 mm
Displacement
14 L
Compression ratio
14:1
Engine oil capacity
38.6 L
Coolant capacity
60.6 L
Starting voltage (DC)
24 V
Alternator specifications
Alternator model
ZC-280E4
Phases
3
Connection
Three-phase, 4-wire, star (Y)
Power factor
0.8
Protection class
IP23
Excitation
Brushless
Insulation / temperature-rise class
H/H
Telephone influence factor (TIF)
<50
Telephone harmonic factor
<2%
Alternator rated capacity
350 kVA
Voltage
400 V
Electrical ratings by voltage - 440/254 V
Voltage
440/254 V
Frequency
50 Hz
Phases
3
Power factor
0.8
Rated current
458 A
Standby power
308 kW
Standby apparent power
385 kVA
Prime power
280 kW
Prime apparent power
350 kVA
Electrical ratings by voltage - 415/240 V
Voltage
415/240 V
Frequency
50 Hz
Phases
3
Power factor
0.8
Rated current
486 A
Standby power
308 kW
Standby apparent power
385 kVA
Prime power
280 kW
Prime apparent power
350 kVA
Electrical ratings by voltage - 320/230 V
Voltage
320/230 V
Frequency
50 Hz
Phases
3
Power factor
0.8
Standby power
308 kW
Standby apparent power
385 kVA
Prime power
280 kW
Prime apparent power
350 kVA
Electrical ratings by voltage - 380/220 V
Voltage
380/220 V
Frequency
50 Hz
Phases
3
Power factor
0.8
Rated current
530 A
Standby power
308 kW
Standby apparent power
385 kVA
Prime power
280 kW
Prime apparent power
350 kVA
Dimensions and weight - Sound-attenuated configuration
Length
4000 mm
Width
1400 mm
Height
2100 mm
Weight
3930 kg

Unpacked reference dimensions and weight; confirm packing dimensions and transport weight separately.

Current values requiring confirmation are not published.

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Product information
Engine brand: Cummins Model: ZC-280C Prime power: 350 kVA Engine model: NTA855-G4 Alternator: ZC-280E4 Voltage: 400 V Frequency: 50 Hz Phases: 3

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Electrical configuration
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