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Baudouin 12M55G2550/5 vs MTU MTU 16V4000 G43

The Baudouin 12M55G2550/5 and MTU MTU 16V4000 G43 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 2,533 kVA. Displacement is 65.65 L versus 76.3 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 12M55G2550/5MTU MTU 16V4000 G43
Headline rating2,500 kVA2,565 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)2,000 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)1,800 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)2,052 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement65.65 L76.3 L
ConfigurationV12V16
Cylinders1216
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginFranceGermany