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Baudouin 16M55G3000/5 vs Weichai 16M55D2750E310

The Baudouin 16M55G3000/5 and Weichai 16M55D2750E310 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 3,110 kVA. Displacement is 87.5 L versus 88 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 16M55G3000/5Weichai 16M55D2750E310
Headline rating3,125 kVA3,094 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)2,500 kWe2,475 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)2,250 kWe2,250 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)3,000 kWe2,664 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)2,640 kWe2,439 kWe
Displacement87.5 L88 L
ConfigurationV16V16
Cylinders1616
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedChina National Stage III / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginFranceChina

Choosing between Baudouin 16M55G3000/5 and Weichai 16M55D2750E310

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 16M55G3000/5 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.