Nordex Group installs world's first N175/6.X turbine in Germany

The Nordex Group installed the world’s first N175/6.X turbine at the Bürgerwindpark Janneby, a community wind farm in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany. This turbine, with a rotor swept area of 24,053 square metres and a nominal capacity of up to 6.8 MW, stands as the most powerful Nordex turbine designed specifically for medium and light wind sites.

A standout feature of the N175/6.X turbine is its single-piece rotor blade, approximately 86 metres long. The rotor diameter of 175 metres, combined with the new blade design, contributes significantly to its high performance, particularly in low wind conditions.

José Luis Blanco, CEO of the Nordex Group, remarked on this achievement, saying, “The N175/6.X is another variant of our globally proven Delta4000 platform, using validated components. Thanks to the turbine's large rotor, we will be setting new standards onshore in Germany and Europe in terms of additional electricity yield, especially at times of light wind speeds.”

Over the coming months, the N175/6.X will undergo rigorous testing at the Janneby site. Nordex has previously installed prototypes in Janneby and has had positive experiences with the location. The site's wind conditions are ideal for the necessary power and sound measurements, as well as for the validation of mechanical loads required for IEC type certification.

The N175/6.X installed in Schleswig-Holstein is mounted on a tubular steel tower with a hub height of 112 metres. Nordex plans to install a second N175/6.X in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania in late autumn 2024.

This installation will feature a hybrid tower, developed by Nordex, with a hub height of 179 metres, marking the tallest tower in the Nordex portfolio to date.

This latest development by the Nordex Group demonstrates a commitment to advancing wind turbine technology and enhancing electricity yield, particularly in regions with light wind conditions.