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Detroit Diesel 16V71 vs Volvo Penta TAD1383VE

The Detroit Diesel 16V71 and Volvo Penta TAD1383VE are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 364 kVA. Displacement is 18.6 L versus 12.8 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationDetroit Diesel 16V71Volvo Penta TAD1383VE
Headline rating363 kVA365 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)290 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)265 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)350 kWe292 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)320 kWe266 kWe
Displacement18.6 L12.8 L
ConfigurationV16L6
Cylinders166
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedU.S. EPA Final Tier 4
Dry weight
OriginUSASweden