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Baudouin 6M21G4D5/S vs MTU 10V1600G10

The Baudouin 6M21G4D5/S and MTU 10V1600G10 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 502 kVA. Displacement is 12.6 L versus 17.5 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 6M21G4D5/SMTU 10V1600G10
Headline rating500 kVA504 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)400 kWe403 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)360 kWe365 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)400 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)360 kWe
Displacement12.6 L17.5 L
ConfigurationL6V10
Cylinders610
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsEuro Stage VU.S. EPA Tier 2
Dry weight
OriginFranceGermany

Choosing between Baudouin 6M21G4D5/S and MTU 10V1600G10

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 MTU 10V1600G10 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.