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Baudouin 6M31G1000/5 vs Perkins 5008AC-E30TAG1

The Baudouin 6M31G1000/5 and Perkins 5008AC-E30TAG1 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 1,000 kVA. Displacement is 18.5 L versus 30 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 6M31G1000/5Perkins 5008AC-E30TAG1
Headline rating1,000 kVA1,000 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)800 kWe800 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)720 kWe728 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement18.5 L30 L
ConfigurationL6V8
Cylinders68
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedEuro Stage II / China National Stage III
Dry weight
OriginFranceUnited Kingdom