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Baudouin 12M55G2550/5 vs VMAN DE76A4

The Baudouin 12M55G2550/5 and VMAN DE76A4 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 2,493 kVA. Displacement is 65.65 L versus 76.3 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 12M55G2550/5VMAN DE76A4
Headline rating2,500 kVA2,486 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)2,000 kWe1,989 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)1,800 kWe1,809 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement65.65 L76.3 L
ConfigurationV12V16
Cylinders1216
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginFranceChina

Choosing between Baudouin 12M55G2550/5 and VMAN DE76A4

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 12M55G2550/5 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.