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Detroit Diesel 12V71 vs SDEC 6HTAA7.2-G41

The Detroit Diesel 12V71 and SDEC 6HTAA7.2-G41 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 262 kVA. Displacement is 14 L versus 7.2 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationDetroit Diesel 12V71SDEC 6HTAA7.2-G41
Headline rating263 kVA260 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)210 kWe208 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)190 kWe189 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)250 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)225 kWe
Displacement14 L7.2 L
ConfigurationV12L6
Cylinders126
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedChina National Stage IV / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginUSAChina