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Baudouin 16M33G1500/6 vs VMAN DE58A4

The Baudouin 16M33G1500/6 and VMAN DE58A4 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 1,878 kVA. Displacement is 52.8 L versus 57.2 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 16M33G1500/6VMAN DE58A4
Headline rating1,875 kVA1,881 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)1,505 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)1,368 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)1,500 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)1,365 kWe
Displacement52.8 L57.2 L
ConfigurationV16V12
Cylinders1612
Rated speed1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginFranceChina

Choosing between Baudouin 16M33G1500/6 and VMAN DE58A4

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 VMAN DE58A4 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.