The Wanco 12kW Light Tower is based on our most compact mobile generator. Designed for versatility and ease of use, the generator provides plenty of power while doubling as a full-featured high-intensity LED light tower. Industrial-grade construction ensures durability, longevity and reliable operation, while low fuel consumption lengthens run times, greatly reducing refueling and maintenance costs.
The Wanco 12kW Light Tower optimizes the benefits of LED technology for brilliant illumination and extraordinary fuel savings.
Tower and Lights
The telescoping vertical tower is compact when stored and rises to just under 25 feet when deployed. A single winch raises and lowers the tower. Light fixtures can be aimed individually from the ground — without tools and without having to climb up on the equipment — and the lights operate at any height. The tower rotates even when fully extended.
Wanco’s industrial grade, 350-watt LED light fixtures are extremely durable and incredibly bright, providing over 210,000 total lumens. The LEDs have a 50,000-hour lifespan that equates to over 10 years of use, significantly reducing the need for maintenance and lowering overall cost of ownership.
Power and Controls
The 12kW power system features a rugged Perkins Tier 4 final diesel engine and an oversized PMG alternator for 300% motor starting capacity.
The system includes a Deep Sea 7320-series digital controller with a sophisticated level of features and functions. The easy-to-use interface provides for manual and auto-start modes with event logging. The controller’s heated and backlit display continuously shows operating conditions, including alerts and engine and shutdown status. An emergency-stop button is located on the exterior of the generator enclosure.
A double-wall steel fuel tank is integrated and includes connections for attaching an auxiliary tank.
Environmental
Exceptional power efficiency and fuel savings create a smaller carbon footprint compared to other diesel light towers. Low fuel consumption not only lengthens run times, it greatly reduces refueling and overall maintenance costs.
Integral sound attenuation provides superior noise reduction — just 59 dBA at 23 feet (7 meters). Built-in fluid containment protects against ground contamination from leaks, spills and drips.
Features
- 24-foot vertical tower
- 12kW industrial generator
- 210,100 total lumens with 350-watt LED fixtures
- Perkins Tier 4 final diesel engine
- Connections for auxiliary fuel tank
Lights and Tower
- Aim lights without tools
- Lights can be safely adjusted from the ground, with no need to climb on equipment
- Lights rotate 360 degrees
- LEDs are instant-on and immediately full intensity — no warm-up or cool-down, never any waiting
- 50,000-hour LED lifespan reduces maintenance, never replace a light bulb
- Industrial-grade fixtures are heavy-duty, rugged and extremely durable
- Lights operate at any height
Power System
- Perkins Tier 4 final heavy-duty diesel engine, 4-cycle, indirect injection
- Large fuel tank for long run times
- Oversized alternator with PMG for 300% motor starting capacity
- Double-wall steel fuel tank and environmental containment basin
- Sound attenuation for superior noise reduction
- Emergency-stop switch located on outside of enclosure
Construction
- Fully lockable enclosure including doors and fuel fill
- Heavy gauge steel enclosure, powder-coated for durability and long life
- Closed cell foam insulation for sound attenuation and noise reduction
- Torsion axle for superior towing
Options
Power system
- Auto-start/stop system
- Cold-soak prevention system
Tow hitch
- Heavy-duty lunette ring for 3-inch pintle hook
- Combo-hitch for 2-inch ball and 3-inch pintle hook
Other options
- Electric tower winch
Some options may not be available for aftermarket installation. Please consult factory.
Construction
Trailer
Welded structural steel
Finish
Oven-baked powder coating
Tow hitch
Standard 2-inch ball coupler
Tires
ST225/75R15
Lights
Light fixtures
Four adjustable LED fixtures
Luminous flux
52,525 lm per fixture
210,100 lm total
Coverage area*
30,290 sq ft (2815 m²)
0.6954 acre
Power draw
350 W per fixture
Light height
24 feet (7.3 meters) fully extended,
lights operate at any height
Power system
Engine
Perkins 403F-15G
4-cycle, indirect injection diesel
Prime rating
11.9 kW
Output voltages
120/240
Fuel tank capacity
50 gal (190 L)
Run time, continuous
lights only, 312 hrs
generator only
185 hrs @25% load
92 hrs @50% load
46 hrs @100% load
Sound level, max. load
59 dBA @ 23 feet (7 m)
*Total coverage ≥ 0.5 fc with lights at 24 feet and fixtures tilted 15° down from vertical.
Specifications subject to change without notice.