Re: [MV] Military Generators

From: J. Forster (jfor@quik.com)
Date: Fri May 13 2005 - 17:08:41 PDT


I don't know what load you will be driving, but if it's a motor type load, you
also have to consider starting surges. A 6 kW generator will likely NOT start an
8 HP motor. I'd contact your load vendor for their suggestions.

-John

> > List, Sarge here.
> > Once again, I am displaying my ignorance for all to see....
> > I often see posts about other equipment including military radios and
> > generators.
> > When I was active I used a lot of different generator sets, but do not know
> > a lot about them.
> > I want to buy a 3-phase diesel generator. It would have to be 10KW or less.
> > I know that I need 110/208Vac, preferably in the 3KW to 5KW range. I will
> > mount it on the front half of an M832 dolly transporter mobilizer.
> > Here we go:
> > What is available?
> > How much do they weigh?
> > Who has one for sale?
> > All information appreciated!!!
> > -Sarge



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