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Baudouin 6M21G4N0/5 vs Yuchai YC6K350N-D30

The Baudouin 6M21G4N0/5 and Yuchai YC6K350N-D30 are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 253 kVA. Displacement is 12.6 L versus 15.25 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 6M21G4N0/5Yuchai YC6K350N-D30
Headline rating256 kVA250 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)205 kWe200 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)250 kWe
Displacement12.6 L15.25 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelNatural GasBiogas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginFranceChina

Choosing between Baudouin 6M21G4N0/5 and Yuchai YC6K350N-D30

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 6M21G4N0/5 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.