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Baudouin 12M33G10B0/5 vs Cummins K38N-G7

The Baudouin 12M33G10B0/5 and Cummins K38N-G7 are both biogas generator engines in a similar power class. The Baudouin 12M33G10B0/5 is the higher-output unit (938 kVA vs 875 kVA). Displacement is 39.6 L versus 37.8 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 12M33G10B0/5Cummins K38N-G7
Headline rating938 kVA875 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)750 kWe700 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)700 kWe
Displacement39.6 L37.8 L
ConfigurationV12V12
Cylinders1212
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelBiogasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginFranceChina

Choosing between Baudouin 12M33G10B0/5 and Cummins K38N-G7

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. The Baudouin 12M33G10B0/5 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.