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Baudouin 6M21G400/5 vs Caterpillar 3406

The Baudouin 6M21G400/5 and Caterpillar 3406 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 400 kVA. Displacement is 12.6 L versus 14.6 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 6M21G400/5Caterpillar 3406
Headline rating400 kVA400 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)320 kWe320 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)300 kWe290 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)400 kWe400 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)360 kWe365 kWe
Displacement12.6 L14.6 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedU.S. EPA Tier 2
Dry weight
OriginFranceUSA