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Baudouin 12M55G3000/5 vs Mitsubishi S12U-PTA

The Baudouin 12M55G3000/5 and Mitsubishi S12U-PTA are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 2,995 kVA. Displacement is 65.65 L versus 141.15 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 12M55G3000/5Mitsubishi S12U-PTA
Headline rating3,000 kVA2,990 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)2,400 kWe2,392 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)2,200 kWe2,308 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)2,568 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)2,447.2 kWe
Displacement65.65 L141.15 L
ConfigurationV12V12
Cylinders1212
Rated speed1,500 RPM900 / 1,080 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight15500 kg
OriginFranceJapan

Choosing between Baudouin 12M55G3000/5 and Mitsubishi S12U-PTA

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 12M55G3000/5 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.