Enercon has announced the new E-175 EP5 E2 with 6.X MW of nominal power. For this new version, the turbine will be equipped with a new and larger permanent-magnet generator.
The generator with an external rotor has a larger diameter that is divided into two parts for efficient logistics processes. The rotor diameter of the E-175 EP5 E2 remains identical at 175 metres, and most of the turbine technology is also carried over. Yield optimised modes’ will equally be available for the E-175 EP5. This new version of the E-175 EP5 will become available in 2026.