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Oilfield Power Equipment

Generator Set Equipment

Volvo diesel engines matched to Stamford alternators span this line from the SVL70 at 56 kWe prime to the SVL625 at 500 kWe prime, all at 50 Hz, with brake-specific fuel consumption held around 198 to 208 g/kWh across the range. The point of this generator set equipment for an off-grid oilfield is the ladder: a single well site starts on the 56 kWe SVL70, while a drilling or workover spread that draws on mud pumps and lighting steps up through the SVL130, SVL325 and the 400-plus kWe sets. Because each package is a standalone prime mover rather than a backup to grid power, it is sized to continuous 24/7 load, and sets can be paralleled to grow as the site does.

Core advantages

Designed around the operating requirement.

56-500 kWe prime ladder

Main power runs 56 kWe on the SVL70 to 500 kWe on the SVL625 (spare ratings 60 to 550 kWe), all at 50 Hz. The ladder lets a site pick the set for its connected load rather than over-sizing, and parallel sets cover growth.

Volvo and Stamford match

Every set pairs a Volvo industrial engine (TD520GE through TWD1643GE) with a Stamford alternator (UCI224F through HCI544FS), so control, spare parts and servicing follow one engine family and one alternator range.

198-208 g/kWh fuel rate

Brake-specific fuel consumption sits around 198 to 208 g/kWh across the range, which is the operating-cost number for a 24/7 off-grid site. Lower consumption on the larger sets is why big spreads favor the high-kWe models.

Continuous-duty design

Rated as prime power rather than standby, the sets are built for long-run field duty: the SVL130 through SVL625 carry 6.0 to 16.12 L displacement engines sized to sustained load. That is the difference from a commercial genset sold for emergency use.

Parallel-ready build

Sets can be paralleled to supply a growing site as connected load adds rigs and pumps. The 50 Hz rating and voltage class are fixed per site, so additional sets drop onto the same bus.

Containerized field package

Each set ships as a self-contained package of engine, alternator, control module, AVR and protection, with footprints from 1938x866x1409 mm on the SVL70 to 3419x1350x1930 mm on the SVL625. The integrated skid is what lets a new site plug in fast.

Product Overview
ProductGenerator Set Equipment
Product lineOilfield Power Equipment
Technical Specifications
TypeFrequency 50HZDiesel typeMotor modelCylinder Qty./typeCylinder Diameter X stroke(mm)Air discharge(L)100%loading Fuel consumption rate (g/kw.h)Lubrication oil capacity (L)Overall size(LXWXH)Weight(kg)
Spare powerMain powerVOLVOSTAMFORD
SVL706056TD520GEUCI224F4.L108X1304.76208131938X866X14091230
SVL857568TD520GEUCI224G4.L108X1304.76208131983X866X14091260
SVL1008780TAD531GEUCI274C4.L108X1304.76206132127X866X14001310
SVL130114104TAD532GEUCI274E6.L108X1307.15206202351X866X14001321
SVL152133121TAD731GEUCI274F6.L108X1307.15203202393X866X14001640
SVL186165149TAD732GEUCI274H6.L108X1307.15203342469X1003X15141750
SVL205181165TAD733GEUCI274H6.L108X1307.15203342556X1003X14911750
SVL250222200TAD734GEUCDI274K6.L108X1307.15203332804X1050X15912020
SVL325286260TAD941GEHCI444E6.L120X1389.36203332944X1120X15912418
SVL375329300TAD1241GEHCI444F6.L131X15012.13198353078X1120X15872837
SVL408360327TAD1242GEHCI444F6.L131X15012.13198353078X1120X15872837
SVL462405370TAD1640GEHCI544C6.L144X16516.12198483329X1160X18813411
SVL505440400TAD1641GEHCI544D6.L144X16516.12198423329X1160X18813476
SVL570505456TAD1642GEHCI544E6.L144X16516.12198483329X1160X18813556
SVL625550500TWD1643GEHCI544FS6.L144X16516.12198483419X1350X19304200
Application

Where this equipment is used.

  • Off-grid prime power for single well sites on the 56 kWe SVL70, scaling through the SVL130 and SVL325 as the spread grows.
  • Drilling and workover spread power where mud pumps, lighting and auxiliary drives draw on a standalone set.
  • Continuous duty at 50 Hz with brake-specific fuel consumption of 198–208 g/kWh across the range.
  • Backup and base-load roles on remote oilfield facilities without grid connection.
  • Rapid deployment on skids or trailers to temporary locations.
  • High-altitude and desert operation with derating and climate provisions configured at order time.
Next step

Send the operating requirement.

For a useful technical response, include the target well conditions, operating depth or pressure, expected quantity, destination and any required configuration.

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Configuration

Options for a matched equipment scope.

Available configurations can be matched to the equipment model, operating conditions and project requirements.

  • Set rating: select the Volvo/Stamford package (56–500 kWe prime) against the connected load profile.
  • Fuel and emissions: fuel consumption target and regional emission requirements confirmed.
  • Controls: ATS, paralleling and remote monitoring options can be added to the package.
  • Mounting: skid or trailer fitment and weatherproof enclosure matched to the site.
  • Climate package: cold-start assistance, heat preservation and coating for the operating region.
  • Paperwork and training for Generator Set Equipment: manuals, factory test report and first-period spares ship with the unit; commissioning and familiarization on request.
Buyer questions

Frequently asked about this equipment.

What buyers check on the generator set range: prime power, fuel consumption and the Volvo-Stamford pairing.

What is the difference between oilfield generator sets and ordinary generator sets?

Oilfield sets are built for continuous prime power rather than standby duty: the engine, alternator and cooling system are sized to run 24/7 at rated load, which is the difference from a commercial standby unit that is designed to sit idle and start on demand. The package is rated for dust, salt and low-temperature start-up, and the alternator winding is insulated for the harmonic load of VFD-driven mud pumps. Confirm the load profile (kW, power factor, standby vs prime) at order time.

Can the generator set use oilfield associated gas for power generation?

Yes. The gas-type generator set is professionally calibrated for oilfield wellhead gas, associated gas and low-purity natural gas. It can directly utilize on-site waste gas for power generation, effectively reducing fuel costs and realizing energy recycling, which is highly economical for long-term oilfield operation.

Can multiple generator sets work in parallel for power supply?

Yes. The line is built for paralleling: sets from the SVL70 (56 kWe) to the SVL625 (500 kWe) can run in parallel through the control module so site power grows with the load, with fuel consumption held around 198–208 g/kWh across the range. Confirm the connected load and the paralleling requirement in the inquiry so the set combination and synchronising scope are specified in the quotation.

Can it start and operate stably in extreme cold and high-temperature environments?

Yes. The full-climate optimized design supports stable operation at -40℃ to +55℃. Equipped with low-temperature preheating quick-start system and high-efficiency circulating heat dissipation structure, it avoids startup failure and over-temperature shutdown in extreme environments, ensuring uninterrupted well-site power supply.

Are power parameters and structural styles customizable?

Yes. The configuration is settled against the site load before the order: prime power (56 kWe to 500 kWe in this Volvo-Stamford line), fuel type (diesel or associated gas), voltage and frequency, explosion-proof grade, acoustic enclosure and skid or trailer mounting are matched to the connected load, site climate and local emission rules, then written into the quotation and the factory test report.

Procurement information

Ordering this equipment.

Commercial terms are confirmed in the quotation for the exact configuration, quantity and destination.

Certification & standards

Adopting heavy-duty continuous-duty design compliant with API oilfield industry standards and international power generation specifications, the unit supports long-term 24/7 uninterrupted operation and parallel connection of multiple units for centralized power supply. Each generator set is load-bank tested to its rated output at the Jingzhou plant under ISO 9001:2015 quality management, and performance reports are supplied with the unit.

Documentation

Operation and maintenance manuals, chassis documentation and factory test reports are supplied; the hydraulic and electrical schematics are included for the client's service department.

Lead time

Confirmed in the quotation according to configuration, quantity and destination.

Warranty & after-sales

Manuals, conventional spare parts and remote technical guidance are included; on-site commissioning and operator training can be arranged on request.

Payment & delivery

Payment schedule, Incoterms, port and packaging are agreed in the sales contract.

Spare parts

A recommended spare-parts list for the first operating period is provided with the quotation.