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Baudouin 16M55G4000/5 vs Mitsubishi S16U-PTA

The Baudouin 16M55G4000/5 and Mitsubishi S16U-PTA are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 4,056 kVA. Displacement is 87.5 L versus 188.19 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 16M55G4000/5Mitsubishi S16U-PTA
Headline rating4,125 kVA3,986 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)3,300 kWe3,188.8 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)3,000 kWe3,076 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)3,424 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)3,262.4 kWe
Displacement87.5 L188.19 L
ConfigurationV16V16
Cylinders1616
Rated speed1,500 RPM900 / 1,080 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight20500 kg
OriginFranceJapan

Choosing between Baudouin 16M55G4000/5 and Mitsubishi S16U-PTA

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 16M55G4000/5 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.