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Detroit Diesel 8V-92TA vs Yuchai YC6K520-D30

The Detroit Diesel 8V-92TA and Yuchai YC6K520-D30 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 423 kVA. Displacement is 12.1 L versus 12.155 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationDetroit Diesel 8V-92TAYuchai YC6K520-D30
Headline rating420 kVA425 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)336 kWe340 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)304 kWe320 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)410 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)370 kWe
Displacement12.1 L12.155 L
ConfigurationV8L6
Cylinders86
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedChina National Stage III / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginUSAChina