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Caterpillar 3406 vs Volvo Penta TAD1352GE

The Caterpillar 3406 and Volvo Penta TAD1352GE are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 401 kVA. Displacement is 14.6 L versus 12.8 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar 3406Volvo Penta TAD1352GE
Headline rating400 kVA401 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)320 kWe321 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)290 kWe292 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)400 kWe350 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)365 kWe320 kWe
Displacement14.6 L12.8 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 2Euro Stage IIIA / U.S. EPA Tier 3
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesSweden