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Caterpillar C9.3 vs Volvo Penta TAD1382VE

The Caterpillar C9.3 and Volvo Penta TAD1382VE are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 343 kVA. Displacement is 9.3 L versus 12.8 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar C9.3Volvo Penta TAD1382VE
Headline rating344 kVA341 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)275 kWe273 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)250 kWe250 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)330 kWe264 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)300 kWe241 kWe
Displacement9.3 L12.8 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 3U.S. EPA Final Tier 4
Dry weight
OriginUSASweden