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Deutz BF4M2011 vs Perkins 904J-E36TAG1

The Deutz BF4M2011 and Perkins 904J-E36TAG1 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 60 kVA. Displacement is 3.1 L versus 3.6 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationDeutz BF4M2011Perkins 904J-E36TAG1
Headline rating60 kVA60 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)48 kWe48 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)43.2 kWe43 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)55.2 kWe46 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)49.7 kWe42 kWe
Displacement3.1 L3.6 L
ConfigurationL4L4
Cylinders44
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingOil-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsEuro Stage IIIAEuro Stage V / U.S. EPA Final Tier 4
Dry weight
OriginGermanyUnited Kingdom