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Doosan DB58 vs FPT NEF45SM1X

The Doosan DB58 and FPT NEF45SM1X are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 65 kVA. Displacement is 5.8 L versus 4.5 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationDoosan DB58FPT NEF45SM1X
Headline rating64 kVA65 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)51.3 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)48 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)52 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)47 kWe
Displacement5.8 L4.5 L
ConfigurationL6L4
Cylinders64
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 1U.S. EPA Tier 3
Dry weight
OriginSouth KoreaItaly

Choosing between Doosan DB58 and FPT NEF45SM1X

Use this comparison as an engineering shortlist, then confirm the complete generator package against load profile, voltage, 50/60 Hz frequency, duty class, emissions rules, cooling margin, altitude, ambient temperature, enclosure design, controller features, and alternator sizing. The FPT NEF45SM1X has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.