Perkins has announced the development of the Perkins 2606 diesel engine for electric power generation applications on construction sites. Initially available for use in lesser and currently non-regulated stationary territories, this 13-liter, six-cylinder engine leverages the power density and performance of the industrial Perkins 2600 Series platform.
To date, engineers have completed more than 30,000 hours of design validation and have more than 120 patents granted or pending, across the entire 2600 Series engine platform. The latest addition to the Perkins electric power range delivers 321-523 kW of prime power and 365-572 kW for standby requirements.
The 2606 engine provides flexibility by switching between 50 and 60 Hz and across a range of voltages, enabling one generator set to meet requirements in diverse regions and applications. It can support power demands of critical applications, data centers, power plants, industrial and real estate installations. For example, the engine is also suitable for power demands in prime applications, such as those found in remote worksites.
“Generator sets still remain the core foundation for stationary and mobile power generation needs across the globe, especially in places where the electrical grid is not readily available or reliable,” said Jaz Gill, vice president of Perkins global sales marketing, service and parts. “Diesel engines are still the driving force for these generator sets, so the Perkins 2606 engine takes advantage of our deep investment in the 13-liter engine platform to deliver a dynamic, versatile power plant that provides outstanding performance at low total ownership and operating costs.”
The 2600 Series is designed to perform at altitudes of up to 3,500 m and in extreme ambient temperatures as high as 60˚C (140˚F) and as low as -40˚C (-40˚F) with aids.
The engine supports quality, reliability and maintenance through numerous design enhancements, including the integration of components and a reduction in the number of leak joints by more than 45%. Together, the upgrades result in low fluids consumption and extended oil and fuel filter service intervals as long as 1,000 hours.
The 2606 engine is compatible with renewable liquid fuels such as 100% hydrotreated vegetable oils (HVO), B100 distilled Biodiesel and up to B100 fatty acid methyl ester (FAME) standard biodiesel by working with your Perkins distributor. To preserve the performance and integrity of the engine whilst reducing the risk of downtime or failure, fuels must meet the specifications and characteristics described in official Perkins fluids guideline documents. Additionally, the engine’s core architecture supports the future development of spark-ignited natural-gas and hydrogen fuel capabilities.
