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Daihatsu 8DK-28e vs VMAN DE76A1

The Daihatsu 8DK-28e and VMAN DE76A1 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 3,316 kVA. Displacement is 192 L versus 76.3 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationDaihatsu 8DK-28eVMAN DE76A1
Headline rating3,313 kVA3,319 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)2,650 kWe2,655 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)2,438 kWe2,412 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement192 L76.3 L
ConfigurationL8V16
Cylinders816
Rated speed750 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginJapanChina

Choosing between Daihatsu 8DK-28e and VMAN DE76A1

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 VMAN DE76A1 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.