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Baudouin 12M55G8D2/5 vs Cummins QSK60-G23

The Baudouin 12M55G8D2/5 and Cummins QSK60-G23 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 2,750 kVA. Displacement is 65.65 L versus 60.2 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 12M55G8D2/5Cummins QSK60-G23
Headline rating2,750 kVA2,750 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)2,200 kWe2,200 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)2,000 kWe2,000 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement65.65 L60.2 L
ConfigurationV12V16
Cylinders1216
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 2U.S. EPA Tier 2
Dry weight
OriginFranceUnited States