V162-6.2 MW™

The V162-6.2 MW™ is designed for low to medium wind sites and has extensive application in high wind speeds.

V162-6.2 MW™ at a glance

With a swept area of over 20,000m², the V162-6.2 MW™ applies the largest rotor size in the Vestas portfolio to achieve industry-leading energy production paired with a high capacity factor.

Due to the large operational envelope, the V162-6.2 MW™ is relevant for low to medium wind speeds and has extensive applicability in high average wind speeds. 

With a standard Sound Power Level of 104.8dB(A) and up to 30 percent higher energy production than the V150-4.2 MW™, the V162-6.2 MW™ establishes a new benchmark in competitiveness.

  • Condition Monitoring System
  • Oil Debris Monitoring System
  • Service Personnel Lift
  • Low Temperature Operation to -30°C
  • Vestas Ice Detection™
  • Vestas Anti-Icing System™
  • Vestas InteliLight®
  • Vestas Shadow Flicker Control System
Learn more about the available options and solutions
  • Aviation Lights
  • Aviation Markings on the Blades
  • Fire Suppression System
  • Vestas Bat Protection System
  • Lightning Detection System
  • Power Optimised Modes

6.2 MW

Connecting proven system designs from the 2 MW, 4 MW, and 9 MW platforms, EnVentus™ variants feature a nominal rating of 6.2 MW with additional power optimised modes.

IEC S

The V162-6.2 MW™ IEC S is designed for low to medium wind sites, with extensive application in high wind speeds.

40 years

With more than 145 GW of wind turbine capacity installed and 40 years of experience in relentlessly pursuing performance improvements, EnVentus™ is Vestas' next generation in the evolution of wind turbines.
With a swept area of over 20,000 m², the V162-6.2 MW™ applies the largest rotor size in the Vestas portfolio to achieve industry-leading energy production. The V162-6.2 MW™ IEC S is designed for low to medium wind sites, with extensive application in high wind speeds.

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Technical specifications

Power regulation operational data
Pitch regulated with variable speed
Rated power
6,200kW
Cut-out wind speed
3m/s
Cut-out wind speed
25m/s
Wind class
IEC S
Standard operating temperature range
from -20°C* to +45°C
SOUND POWER
Maximum
104.8dB(A)**
ROTOR
Rotor diameter
162m
Swept area
20,612m2
Aerodynamic brake
full blade feathering with 3 pitch cylinders
ELECTRICAL
Frequency
50/60 Hz
Converter
full scale
GEARBOX
Type
two planetary stages
TOWER
Hub heights
119m (IEC S/DIBt S), 125m (IEC S), 166m (IEC S/DIBt S), 169m (DIBtS
SUSTAINABILITY METRICS
Carbon Footprint
7.8 g CO2e/kWh
Return on energy break-even
7.8 months
Lifetime return on energy
30.5 times
Recyclability rate
88%
Configuration 166m hub height and wind class IECS. Depending on site-specific conditions

EnVentus™ platform

The EnVentus™ platform is the result of meticulous and careful evaluation of an unbroken line of Vestas technology solutions. With more than 154 GW of wind turbine capacity installed and 40 years of experience in relentlessly pursuing better performance through technology and service, EnVentus™ is Vestas' next generation in the evolution of wind turbines.

Introduced in 2019, the EnVentus™ platform architecture connects proven system designs from the 2 MW platform, 4 MW platform and 9 MW platform turbine technology. The result is one versatile platform architecture that delivers a higher level of robustness and performance with the ability to create an even more finely matched combination of turbines to harness available wind energy in any specific location.

Through advanced modularity in design, EnVentus™ aims to meet customisation needs more efficiently. The wide range of standard hub heights, options, and modes of operation contribute to the ability to meet project specific requirements.

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