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Baudouin 6M33G6D2/5 vs Weichai 6M31D640E310

The Baudouin 6M33G6D2/5 and Weichai 6M31D640E310 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 723 kVA. Displacement is 19.8 L versus 18.6 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 6M33G6D2/5Weichai 6M31D640E310
Headline rating725 kVA720 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)580 kWe576 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)500 kWe522 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)576 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)522 kWe
Displacement19.8 L18.6 L
ConfigurationL6V6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 2China National Stage III / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginFranceChina

Choosing between Baudouin 6M33G6D2/5 and Weichai 6M31D640E310

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 Baudouin 6M33G6D2/5 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.