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Baudouin 6M31G700/6 vs MTU MTU 12V2000 G45

The Baudouin 6M31G700/6 and MTU MTU 12V2000 G45 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 877 kVA. Displacement is 18.5 L versus 23.88 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 6M31G700/6MTU MTU 12V2000 G45
Headline rating875 kVA879 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)
Standby (60 Hz)700 kWe703 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)640 kWe639 kWe
Displacement18.5 L23.88 L
ConfigurationL6V12
Cylinders612
Rated speed1,800 RPM1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedU.S. EPA Tier 2
Dry weight
OriginFranceGermany