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Baudouin 6M31G825/5 vs Cummins QSK38-G8

The Baudouin 6M31G825/5 and Cummins QSK38-G8 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 823 kVA. Displacement is 18.5 L versus 37.7 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 6M31G825/5Cummins QSK38-G8
Headline rating825 kVA821 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)660 kWe657 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)600 kWe591 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement18.5 L37.7 L
ConfigurationL6V12
Cylinders612
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedU.S. EPA Tier 2
Dry weight
OriginFranceUnited States