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Cummins 6LTAA8.9-G3 vs Volvo Penta TAD1350GE

The Cummins 6LTAA8.9-G3 and Volvo Penta TAD1350GE are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 313 kVA. Displacement is 8.9 L versus 12.8 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCummins 6LTAA8.9-G3Volvo Penta TAD1350GE
Headline rating313 kVA313 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)250 kWe250 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)200 kWe227 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)280 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)224 kWe
Displacement8.9 L12.8 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedEuro Stage IIIA / U.S. EPA Tier 3
Dry weight
OriginChinaSweden