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Daihatsu 8DK-36e vs Jichai 16V26/32-D

The Daihatsu 8DK-36e and Jichai 16V26/32-D are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. The Jichai 16V26/32-D is the higher-output unit (6,625 kVA vs 5,431 kVA). Displacement is 391 L versus 271.8 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationDaihatsu 8DK-36eJichai 16V26/32-D
Headline rating5,431 kVA6,625 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)4,345 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)3,997.4 kWe5,300 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)4,800 kWe
Displacement391 L271.8 L
ConfigurationL8V16
Cylinders816
Rated speed600 RPM1,000 / 1,200 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedIMO Tier II
Dry weight
OriginJapanChina