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Cummins 6LTAA9.5-G1 vs Volvo Penta TAD1341GE-B

The Cummins 6LTAA9.5-G1 and Volvo Penta TAD1341GE-B are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 352 kVA. Displacement is 9.5 L versus 12.8 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCummins 6LTAA9.5-G1Volvo Penta TAD1341GE-B
Headline rating352 kVA351 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)281 kWe281 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)256 kWe255 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)275 kWe301 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)250 kWe273 kWe
Displacement9.5 L12.8 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedEuro Stage II / U.S. EPA Tier 2
Dry weight
OriginChinaSweden

Choosing between Cummins 6LTAA9.5-G1 and Volvo Penta TAD1341GE-B

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 Cummins 6LTAA9.5-G1 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.