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Baudouin 6M16G300/5 vs Cummins QSL9-G5

The Baudouin 6M16G300/5 and Cummins QSL9-G5 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 300 kVA. Displacement is 9.6 L versus 8.8 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 6M16G300/5Cummins QSL9-G5
Headline rating300 kVA300 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)240 kWe240 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)220 kWe220 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)275 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)250 kWe
Displacement9.6 L8.8 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedU.S. EPA Tier 3
Dry weight
OriginFranceUSA