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Baudouin 8M21G5D3/5 vs MTU 12V1600G10

The Baudouin 8M21G5D3/5 and MTU 12V1600G10 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 660 kVA. Displacement is 16.8 L versus 21 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 8M21G5D3/5MTU 12V1600G10
Headline rating660 kVA660 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)528 kWe528 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)480 kWe481 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)555 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)508 kWe
Displacement16.8 L21 L
ConfigurationV8V12
Cylinders812
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsEuro Stage IIIAU.S. EPA Tier 2
Dry weight
OriginFranceGermany