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Baudouin 12M33G4D2/5 vs Perkins 5008A-E30TAG3

The Baudouin 12M33G4D2/5 and Perkins 5008A-E30TAG3 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 1,250 kVA. Displacement is 39.6 L versus 30 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 12M33G4D2/5Perkins 5008A-E30TAG3
Headline rating1,250 kVA1,250 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)1,000 kWe1,000 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)900 kWe900 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement39.6 L30 L
ConfigurationV12V8
Cylinders128
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 2Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginFranceUnited Kingdom