Twelve sets of 1600kW and two sets of 800kW prime power generator sets are supplied for the project in Saudi Arabia, powered by Yuchai YC16VTD2700-D32 and YC6TH1320-D33 engines respectively. The combined prime power capacity reaches 20000kW (20MW). As critical continuous power supply equipment for this facility, the gensets adopt Yuchai independently developed YC16VTD2700-D32 V-type turbocharged diesel engines and YC6TH1320-D33 in-line turbocharged diesel engines, calibrated for stable continuous operation under local desert working conditions. Featuring steady combustion, outstanding power continuity, strong fuel adaptability and excellent tolerance to Saudi Arabia's high-temperature, dry and sandy desert climate, the units deliver reliable and uninterrupted power for on-site production equipment, pumping systems, control cabinets and auxiliary facilities, guaranteeing stable operation of the whole site and supporting steady local project construction and operation under Saudi Vision 2030.
1.Background
Saudi Arabia has a typical desert climate, characterized by extremely high ambient temperature, dry air and frequent sandstorms. Local industrial and municipal projects have strict requirements for continuous power supply. Sudden power failure will lead to the shutdown of production equipment, water pumps and automatic control systems, causing production interruption and heavy operational risks. To secure uninterrupted operation of the whole production line, meet the 24/7 continuous power demand of core loads, and build a dependable prime power source for this project, this Saudi Arabia project selects Yuchai 1600kW and 800kW generator sets driven by YC16VTD2700-D32 and YC6TH1320-D33 engines. The gensets can run continuously and stably, keep all core loads running safely, and support the long-term stable operation of the facility in harsh desert conditions.
2.Why Yuchai 1600kW & 800kW Gensets with YC16VTD2700-D32 / YC6TH1320-D33 Engine
The 1600kW and 800kW generator sets are equipped with Yuchai self-developed YC16VTD2700-D32 V-type high-power turbocharged diesel engines and YC6TH1320-D33 in-line high-power turbocharged diesel engines, specially optimized for continuous-duty power generation scenarios. The engines adopt high-pressure common rail fuel injection, four-valve design and optimized combustion chamber structure, achieving stable combustion performance, low fuel consumption and low vibration. They maintain high power density, reliable long-duration running performance and extended service life under continuous prime power operation. The complete genset solution supports multi-unit parallel operation, has strong overload resistance and good adaptability to the high-temperature, dry and sandy desert environment of Saudi Arabia, matched with enhanced multi-stage air filtration and reinforced cooling system for desert anti-dust and heat dissipation. The mixed-capacity configuration enables flexible load adjustment according to the site's actual power consumption, optimizes overall operation efficiency and cuts long-term O&M cost. It also satisfies local Saudi Arabia power equipment and emission regulations.
3.Key Technical Specifications
Equipment: 12 sets of 1600kW + 2 sets of 800kW high-power generator sets Supporting Engine Model: Yuchai YC16VTD2700-D32 & YC6TH1320-D33 high-power diesel engines Rated Prime Power per unit: 1600kW / 800kW Total Combined Prime Capacity: 20000kW (20MW) Application Scenario: Prime continuous power supply for Saudi Arabia project, for pumping systems, production equipment, automatic control and other auxiliary loads Rated Speed: 1500 r/min Rated Frequency: 50 Hz Control System: Intelligent parallel control system, supporting multi-unit synchronous parallel operation, automatic load sharing, local/remote monitoring, fault alarm and protection
4.Operational Value After Commissioning
The commissioning of these 14 units forms a large-scale reliable continuous power generation system for the Saudi Arabia project. It ensures round-the-clock stable power supply for core loads, eliminates the risk of process shutdown caused by grid fluctuation, and safeguards the normal operation of on-site facilities. The YC16VTD2700-D32 and YC6TH1320-D33 engines deliver consistent and stable output under long-time continuous prime running, which fully meets the 24-hour operation requirement of the project. The mixed multi-unit parallel design brings flexible load management and convenient maintenance arrangement. Benefiting from the mature YC16VTD and YC6TH platforms and low-maintenance characteristics, the gensets can sustain long-term continuous operation in desert environment. This project serves as a benchmark case of Yuchai large-scale high-power continuous-duty gensets for Saudi Arabia industrial and municipal facilities, strengthening Yuchai's footprint in the Middle East power market.
5.Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What is the core configuration and project scale of this Saudi Arabia project?
A: This Saudi Arabia project adopts twelve sets of Yuchai 1600kW prime power generator set with YC16VTD2700-D32 engine and two sets of Yuchai 800kW prime power generator set with YC6TH1320-D33 engine. They act as the main continuous power source for the site, supplying power for production equipment, pumping systems and automatic control facilities, supporting stable operation of the project in Saudi Arabia desert conditions.
Q: What core advantages and project value do Yuchai YC16VTD2700-D32 and YC6TH1320-D33 engines bring to this project?
A: Yuchai YC16VTD2700-D32 V-type diesel engines and YC6TH1320-D33 in-line diesel engines are optimized for continuous prime power operation, featuring stable combustion, low vibration and strong adaptability to Saudi Arabia's high-temperature, dry and sandy desert environment with upgraded dust-proof and heat dissipation design. The full genset solution supports multi-unit parallel operation and flexible load management, meeting the 24/7 uninterrupted power requirement. It protects the whole operation process from power interruption, and builds Yuchai's reference case for large-capacity high-power gensets applied in Middle East projects.