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Detroit Diesel 8V-92TA vs Yuchai YCMJ12550-D40

The Detroit Diesel 8V-92TA and Yuchai YCMJ12550-D40 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 423 kVA. Displacement is 12.1 L versus 11.73 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationDetroit Diesel 8V-92TAYuchai YCMJ12550-D40
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 L11.73 L
ConfigurationV8L6
Cylinders86
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedChina National Stage IV / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginUSAChina