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Baudouin 6M21G390/6 vs FPT C13ETVP03.0A395

The Baudouin 6M21G390/6 and FPT C13ETVP03.0A395 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 484 kVA. Displacement is 12.6 L versus 12.9 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 6M21G390/6FPT C13ETVP03.0A395
Headline rating488 kVA479 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)
Standby (60 Hz)390 kWe383.4 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)350 kWe346.5 kWe
Displacement12.6 L12.9 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,800 RPM1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedU.S. EPA Final Tier 4
Dry weight
OriginFranceItaly

Choosing between Baudouin 6M21G390/6 and FPT C13ETVP03.0A395

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 6M21G390/6 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.