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Baudouin 6M12G8D3/5 vs SDEC 6DTAA8.9-G5E2.1

The Baudouin 6M12G8D3/5 and SDEC 6DTAA8.9-G5E2.1 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 275 kVA. Displacement is 7.47 L versus 8.9 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 6M12G8D3/5SDEC 6DTAA8.9-G5E2.1
Headline rating275 kVA275 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)220 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)200 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)220 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)200 kWe
Displacement7.47 L8.9 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsEuro Stage IIIAEuro Stage V
Dry weight
OriginFranceChina

Choosing between Baudouin 6M12G8D3/5 and SDEC 6DTAA8.9-G5E2.1

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.