Used Kato 1 MW Natural Gas Generator with Waukesha L7042GSI Engine

Manufacturer Information

Kato is a recognized manufacturer of industrial electrical generators and alternators used in power generation applications. Waukesha manufactures industrial gas engines used in power generation and other heavy-duty applications.

This generator package combines Kato power generation equipment with a Waukesha Model L7042GSI natural gas engine. Additional identified component manufacturers include Exco Industrial, ABB, McPherson, Woodward, Altronic, and NewMar. The package was rebuilt by Reagan Power and Compression in 2025.

Main Product Description

Used Kato natural gas generator package rated at 1 MW (1,000 kW), powered by a Waukesha Model L7042GSI natural gas engine and configured for 480-volt, three-phase operation at 1,200 RPM. The package includes Exco Industrial switchgear, an ABB SACE L2895 1,600-amp breaker/switch, McPherson ADVR-083 regulator, Woodward 2301A control system, Altronic CPU-95 ignition system with enhanced display module, NewMar battery charger, and cooling system. The generator package was rebuilt by Reagan Power and Compression in 2025 and has approximately 500 reported operating hours since the rebuild. This industrial natural gas generator package is suitable for evaluation in facility power generation, industrial power plants, distributed generation, and other applications requiring a large-capacity natural gas-fueled electrical power source. Actual electrical output, duty rating, fuel requirements, and installation compatibility should be confirmed for the intended application.

Specifications

• Equipment Type: Natural Gas Generator Package

• Generator Manufacturer: Kato

• Condition: Used

• Rated Power: 1 MW (1,000 kW)

• Fuel Type: Natural Gas

• Engine Manufacturer: Waukesha

• Engine Model: L7042GSI

• Electrical Output: 480V

• Phase: 3 Phase

• Operating Speed: 1,200 RPM

• Switchgear Manufacturer: Exco Industrial

• Breaker/Switch Manufacturer: ABB

• Breaker/Switch Series: SACE

• Breaker/Switch Model: L2895

• Breaker/Switch Rating: 1,600 Amps

• Regulator Manufacturer: McPherson

• Regulator Model: ADVR-083

• Control System Manufacturer: Woodward

• Control System Model: 2301A

• Ignition System Manufacturer: Altronic

• Ignition System Model: CPU-95

• Ignition Display: Altronic CPU-95 Enhanced Display Module

• Battery Charger Manufacturer: NewMar

• Cooling System: Included

• Rebuild Company: Reagan Power and Compression

• Rebuild Year: 2025

• Reported Runtime Since Rebuild: Approximately 500 Hours

Applications

• Industrial power generation

• Natural gas-fueled electrical generation

• Distributed power generation

• Manufacturing facility power

• Industrial plant power systems

• On-site power generation

• Commercial and industrial electrical generation

• Gas engine generator installations

• Facility power infrastructure

• Prime or standby power applications, subject to verification of duty rating

Suitable Facilities and Power Requirements

• Manufacturing plants

• Industrial processing facilities

• Commercial power generation sites

• Facilities with available natural gas supply

• Distributed generation installations

• Industrial utility systems

• Facilities requiring approximately 1 MW of generation capacity

• Industrial operations evaluating gas engine generator packages

Actual suitability depends on the site's electrical demand, natural gas supply, generator duty rating, emissions requirements, and electrical integration needs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

- What is the power rating of this Kato natural gas generator?

The generator package is rated at 1 MW, equivalent to 1,000 kW.

- What engine powers this generator?

The generator is powered by a Waukesha Model L7042GSI natural gas engine.

- What are the electrical specifications?

The package is specified for 480-volt, three-phase operation at 1,200 RPM.

- When was this generator rebuilt?

The generator package was rebuilt by Reagan Power and Compression in 2025.

- How many hours has the generator operated since the rebuild?

The package has approximately 500 reported operating hours since the 2025 rebuild. These are reported hours and should be confirmed through available service records or operating logs.

- Does the generator include switchgear?

Yes. The package includes Exco Industrial switchgear.

- What breaker is included with the generator?

The package includes an ABB SACE L2895 breaker/switch rated at 1,600 amps.

- What control system does this generator use?

The generator package includes a Woodward 2301A control system.

- What ignition system is installed?

The package features an Altronic CPU-95 ignition system and an Altronic CPU-95 Enhanced Display Module.

- Does the package include a cooling system?

Yes. A cooling system is included with the generator package.

- Does this generator include a battery charger?

Yes. The package includes a NewMar battery charger.

- Can this generator be used for continuous power generation?

The package is rated at 1 MW, but its continuous, prime, or standby duty classification has not been specified. The applicable rating should be verified before selecting it for a particular operating schedule.

- Can Aaron Equipment assist with shipping this generator package?

Aaron Equipment can help coordinate freight and transportation arrangements for this industrial generator package. Contact our team to discuss equipment location, loading requirements, shipping dimensions, rigging considerations, and delivery options.

- How can Aaron Equipment help determine whether this generator meets my facility's power requirements?

Aaron Equipment can assist with available equipment specifications, component information, rebuild documentation, and purchasing questions to help buyers evaluate whether this Kato 1 MW natural gas generator package is appropriate for their intended installation.