400 kVA price context
Where 400 kVA is commonly considered
A 400 kVA set is commonly evaluated for large factories, commercial towers, infrastructure and critical backup applications. This is only a starting point: actual generator sizing must use the load schedule and starting characteristics.
400 kVA is about 320 kW — but do not size from kW alone
The simple conversion uses 0.8 power factor: 400 kVA × 0.8 ≈ 320 kW. A generator should not normally be selected to run continuously at the edge of its nameplate. Account for diversity, transient starts, non-linear loads, ambient conditions and future growth.
What changes the 400 kVA quotation
Engine brand & model
Ricardo, Cummins, Perkins and other platforms can sit in very different price and support tiers.
Silent vs open
Acoustic canopy design, steelwork, ventilation and weather protection add cost.
Electrical package
Alternator, controller, breaker, ATS and synchronization scope materially affect the offer.
Installation
Cable, exhaust, fuel piping, earthing, civil work, transport and commissioning may be separate.
Quotation checklist for a 400 kVA project
- Prime and standby output.
- Exact engine, alternator and controller models.
- Open or silent enclosure.
- ATS/switchgear and protection scope.
- Fuel tank/autonomy requirement.
- Delivery, installation and commissioning.
- Warranty and spare-parts/service responsibility.
Frequently asked questions
How many kW is a 400 kVA generator?
At 0.8 power factor, 400 kVA is approximately 320 kW. Actual usable loading depends on the generator rating, load type and operating conditions.
What is the 400 kVA generator price in Bangladesh?
Public-market context reviewed in September 2026 is ৳2,800,000–৳5,200,000+. Exact pricing depends on brand, engine model, alternator, controller, canopy and included project scope.
Is 400 kVA enough for my site?
It depends on the measured or calculated load, motor starting, lifts/pumps/compressors, UPS loads, diversity and future expansion. A load schedule is required for a reliable answer.
Should I choose Cummins, Perkins or Ricardo at 400 kVA?
Choose based on the project specification, lifecycle support, budget and exact offered model—not the brand name alone. Compare complete technical schedules.
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Market-reference sources reviewed
Public Bangladesh market listings were reviewed on 30 September 2026 to provide context, not a PS Power quotation. Public prices can differ because of engine model, alternator, controller, canopy, rating, origin, stock, exchange rate, tax, warranty and installation scope.
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