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Ashok Leyland AL8NTIDG6 vs SDEC 6DTAA8.9-G5E1

The Ashok Leyland AL8NTIDG6 and SDEC 6DTAA8.9-G5E1 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 250 kVA. Displacement is 7.98 L versus 8.9 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationAshok Leyland AL8NTIDG6SDEC 6DTAA8.9-G5E1
Headline rating250 kVA250 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)200 kWe200 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)180 kWe180 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement7.98 L8.9 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedEuro Stage V
Dry weight
OriginIndiaChina

Choosing between Ashok Leyland AL8NTIDG6 and SDEC 6DTAA8.9-G5E1

Use this comparison as an engineering shortlist, then confirm the complete generator package against load profile, voltage, 50/60 Hz frequency, duty class, emissions rules, cooling margin, altitude, ambient temperature, enclosure design, controller features, and alternator sizing.