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Baudouin 6M31G580/6 vs Mitsubishi S6R2-PTA

The Baudouin 6M31G580/6 and Mitsubishi S6R2-PTA are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 731 kVA. Displacement is 18.5 L versus 29.96 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 6M31G580/6Mitsubishi S6R2-PTA
Headline rating725 kVA737 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)589.5 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)535.5 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)580 kWe481.5 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)520 kWe436.5 kWe
Displacement18.5 L29.96 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginFranceJapan

Choosing between Baudouin 6M31G580/6 and Mitsubishi S6R2-PTA

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 Mitsubishi S6R2-PTA has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.