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Baudouin 6M31G725/5 vs Detroit Diesel 12V149

The Baudouin 6M31G725/5 and Detroit Diesel 12V149 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 725 kVA. Displacement is 18.5 L versus 29.3 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 6M31G725/5Detroit Diesel 12V149
Headline rating725 kVA725 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)580 kWe580 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)520 kWe525 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)—700 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)—635 kWe
Displacement18.5 L29.3 L
ConfigurationL6V12
Cylinders612
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight——
OriginFranceUSA
Baudouin 6M31G725/5 full specs →Detroit Diesel 12V149 full specs →

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