The US group launched the turbine along with its enclosed-lattice Space Frame Tower for multi-megawatt machines at EWEA 2014 in Barcelona.

The 2.75-120 improves annual energy production by 5% over GE’s 2.5-120, said the manufacturer.

It is the latest addition to the Brilliant range, offering short- or long-term energy storage options among its other advanced features.

The 2.75MW turbine is available on a range of towers – steel, hybrid or space frame – at heights between 85 and 139 metres.

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