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Baudouin 16M33G6B0/5 vs Jenbacher J412

The Baudouin 16M33G6B0/5 and Jenbacher J412 are both biogas generator engines in a similar power class. The Baudouin 16M33G6B0/5 is the higher-output unit (1,250 kVA vs 1,168 kVA). Displacement is 52.8 L versus 36.7 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 16M33G6B0/5Jenbacher J412
Headline rating1,250 kVA1,168 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)1,000 kWe934 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement52.8 L36.7 L
ConfigurationV16V12
Cylinders1612
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelBiogasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginFranceAustria

Choosing between Baudouin 16M33G6B0/5 and Jenbacher J412

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 16M33G6B0/5 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.