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Baudouin 16M33G6N2/5 vs MTU 8V4000 GS

The Baudouin 16M33G6N2/5 and MTU 8V4000 GS are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 1,258 kVA. Displacement is 52.8 L versus 38.2 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 16M33G6N2/5MTU 8V4000 GS
Headline rating1,250 kVA1,265 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)1,000 kWe1,012 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement52.8 L38.2 L
ConfigurationV16V8
Cylinders168
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginFranceGermany

Choosing between Baudouin 16M33G6N2/5 and MTU 8V4000 GS

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 MTU 8V4000 GS has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.