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Baudouin 12M33G10B0/5 vs MAN E 3872 LE201

The Baudouin 12M33G10B0/5 and MAN E 3872 LE201 are both biogas generator engines in a similar power class. The Baudouin 12M33G10B0/5 is the higher-output unit (938 kVA vs 883 kVA). Displacement is 39.6 L versus 29.6 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 12M33G10B0/5MAN E 3872 LE201
Headline rating938 kVA883 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)750 kWe706 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement39.6 L29.6 L
ConfigurationV12V12
Cylinders1212
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelBiogasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginFranceGermany

Choosing between Baudouin 12M33G10B0/5 and MAN E 3872 LE201

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.