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Baudouin 6M12G8D3/5 vs Cummins NT855-GA

The Baudouin 6M12G8D3/5 and Cummins NT855-GA are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 275 kVA. Displacement is 7.47 L versus 14 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 6M12G8D3/5Cummins NT855-GA
Headline rating275 kVA275 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)220 kWe220 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)200 kWe200 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)220 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement7.47 L14 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsEuro Stage IIIAUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginFranceChina