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Cummins NTA855-G1A vs Volvo Penta TAD1350GE

The Cummins NTA855-G1A and Volvo Penta TAD1350GE are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 313 kVA. Displacement is 14 L versus 12.8 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCummins NTA855-G1AVolvo Penta TAD1350GE
Headline rating313 kVA313 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)250 kWe250 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)220 kWe227 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement14 L12.8 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedEuro Stage IIIA / U.S. EPA Tier 3
Dry weight
OriginChinaSweden