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Baudouin 6M21G6D3/6 vs Perkins 2806FAE18TAG1

The Baudouin 6M21G6D3/6 and Perkins 2806FAE18TAG1 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 577 kVA. Displacement is 12.54 L versus 18.1 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 6M21G6D3/6Perkins 2806FAE18TAG1
Headline rating575 kVA578 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)462 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)420 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)460 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)400 kWe
Displacement12.54 L18.1 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsEU Stage IIIAIndia CPCBIV+
Dry weight
OriginChinaUnited States

Choosing between Baudouin 6M21G6D3/6 and Perkins 2806FAE18TAG1

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 Perkins 2806FAE18TAG1 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.