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Baudouin 6M21G400/5 vs SDEC SC12E480D2

The Baudouin 6M21G400/5 and SDEC SC12E480D2 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 400 kVA. Displacement is 12.6 L versus 12 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 6M21G400/5SDEC SC12E480D2
Headline rating400 kVA400 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)320 kWe320 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)300 kWe291 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)400 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)360 kWe
Displacement12.6 L12 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedChina National Stage II / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginFranceChina

Choosing between Baudouin 6M21G400/5 and SDEC SC12E480D2

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.