Yuchai 40 kW Generator
YuchaiCompact diesel generator for retail, warehousing, light industry and building services.
- Prime
- 40 kW
- Standby
- 44 kW
- Output
- 400 V · 50 Hz
Canopyfrom £4,250
Official Yuchai representative in the United Kingdom
Power that starts when the grid stopsYuchaiofficialUK representative
We specify the generator around your actual load, provide a clear technical schedule and support delivery, commissioning and service across the UK.
01 Official UK representation02 UK-wide project support03 Manufacturer-backed specification
Yuchai generator range
Six popular outputs to start your selection
Choose the configuration in each card to update the visual and indicative starting price.
Yuchai 100 kW Generator
YuchaiVersatile standby or prime-power set for commercial sites, construction and agriculture.
- Prime
- 100 kW
- Standby
- 110 kW
- Output
- 400 V · 50 Hz
Canopyfrom £7,610
Yuchai 200 kW Generator
YuchaiReliable backup power for production lines, logistics and essential infrastructure.
- Prime
- 200 kW
- Standby
- 220 kW
- Output
- 400 V · 50 Hz
Canopyfrom £12,320
Yuchai 400 kW Generator
YuchaiIndustrial generator engineered with project-specific controls and weather protection.
- Prime
- 400 kW
- Standby
- 440 kW
- Output
- 400 V · 50 Hz
Canopyfrom £24,900
Yuchai 800 kW Generator
YuchaiIndustrial generator engineered with project-specific controls and weather protection.
- Prime
- 800 kW
- Standby
- 880 kW
- Output
- 400 V · 50 Hz
Canopyfrom £43,500
Yuchai 1500 kW Generator
YuchaiHigh-output power system for major industrial sites and critical infrastructure.
- Prime
- 1500 kW
- Standby
- 1650 kW
- Output
- 400 V · 50 Hz
Canopyfrom £71,500
20–3000kW project range
400 / 50V · Hz for UK three-phase systems
4installation configurations
UKofficial representation and support
Load assessment Project engineering ATS controls Factory testing Commissioning UK support Load assessment Project engineering ATS controls Factory testing Commissioning UK support
01
One-minute estimate
Enter your load for an initial recommendation
The configuration updates with your selection
Initial estimate before motor starting currents
Initial recommendation— kWEnter the connected load
Generator range
The right output for the load — not guesswork
We assess your site demand and recommend a configuration that makes technical and commercial sense.
UK application engineering
More than an engine and alternator. A complete power system.
The configuration is built around your site — from electrical integration and weather protection to maintenance access.
Project continuity
One technical contact follows the specification from first enquiry through commissioning.
Configuration
Open set, acoustic canopy, containerised or trailer-mounted.
Controls
ATS, synchronisation, remote monitoring and site integration.
Environment
Heating, ventilation and weather protection for the installation.
Verification
Build and operating checks before dispatch to the UK site.
Process illustrationEngineered around the site requirement
Inside the project
Engineering that sees the complete system
Mechanical, electrical, controls, enclosure and future servicing are coordinated as one project.
Confirm the site data
Connected load, starting currents, location and start sequence.
Freeze the specification
A clear schedule shows what is included and which options are genuinely required.
Prepare for operation
Service access and site connections are considered before delivery.
Sector solutions
Start with the operating scenario
Every site carries different risks, so the specification changes with the application.
Generator configuration
Built around the actual installation
Share the proposed location and we will recommend the enclosure, connections and options.
Open set
For a plant room or integration into an existing building.
Acoustic canopy
Compact outdoor installation with reduced sound levels.
Containerised
Weather protection, climate control and practical service access.
Trailer-mounted
A mobile set for use across multiple locations.
Specification before proposal
A clear schedule for comparing options
We define both output and scope, so quotations can be compared on a like-for-like basis.
AreaWhat we defineWhy it matters
Load
Running demand, starting currents and connection sequence
The set starts the equipment without excessive oversizing
Configuration
Open set, canopy, container, ATS and environmental options
You can see exactly what the quotation includes
Options
Two or three models matched to duty, lead time and budget
Alternatives can be compared on the same basis
Delivery
Dimensions, logistics, offloading and site preparation
Fewer late changes before installation
Service
Commissioning, maintenance schedule and service access
A clear operating plan after purchase
Use the schedule for internal approval and like-for-like comparison of supplier quotations.
Typical application
Project exampleStandby power for a logistics hub
A practical configuration scenario that can be adapted to the electrical and operational needs of a specific UK site.
Indicative layout · not a site photograph
400 kWprime output
ATSautomatic start
Containeroutdoor installation
Included in the initial system design
- starting-current assessment for refrigeration and warehouse equipment;
- weather protection, ventilation and service clearances;
- remote monitoring of generator status and fuel level.
Project delivery
Five steps to dependable standby power
Site brief
Confirm load, duty, voltage and installation conditions.
Engineering
Select output, engine, alternator and controls.
Build
Configure, assemble and check each stage.
Testing
Verify starting, protection and key operating modes.
Delivery
Deliver, connect and commission the system.
Frequently asked questions
Selecting and supplying a Yuchai generator
These answers help you prepare the essentials before speaking with an engineer.
How do I determine the generator output I need?+
Start with a list of loads, running demand and motor starting currents. We also consider connection sequence and sensible spare capacity.
What is the difference between standby and prime power?+
Standby rating covers temporary operation during a mains failure. Prime rating is intended for regular, longer-duration operation, so the permissible load profile differs.
Can a diesel generator be installed outdoors?+
Yes. An acoustic canopy or container, ventilation, heating and suitable weather protection are specified for the location.
What do you need for an initial quotation?+
A load figure or equipment list, intended duty, installation location and UK postcode are enough to begin. We will help confirm anything missing.
Project quotation
Tell us what must keep running during a mains failure
An engineer will confirm the requirement and recommend the output, enclosure and controls.