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Baudouin 6M31G700/6 vs VMAN D30A3

The Baudouin 6M31G700/6 and VMAN D30A3 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 877 kVA. Displacement is 18.5 L versus 29.235 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 6M31G700/6VMAN D30A3
Headline rating875 kVA878 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)702 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)635 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)700 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)640 kWe
Displacement18.5 L29.235 L
ConfigurationL6V16
Cylinders616
Rated speed1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginFranceChina

Choosing between Baudouin 6M31G700/6 and VMAN D30A3

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 VMAN D30A3 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.