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Baudouin 16M33G6B0/5 vs Guascor G-56SM

The Baudouin 16M33G6B0/5 and Guascor G-56SM are both biogas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 1,266 kVA. Displacement is 52.8 L versus 56.3 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 16M33G6B0/5Guascor G-56SM
Headline rating1,250 kVA1,281 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)1,000 kWe1,025 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)1,065 kWe
Displacement52.8 L56.3 L
ConfigurationV16V16
Cylinders1616
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelBiogasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginFranceSpain

Choosing between Baudouin 16M33G6B0/5 and Guascor G-56SM

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 Guascor G-56SM has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.