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FPT NEF67 TM1X vs John Deere 6068HF285

The FPT NEF67 TM1X and John Deere 6068HF285 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 161 kVA. Displacement is 6.7 L versus 6.8 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationFPT NEF67 TM1XJohn Deere 6068HF285
Headline rating162 kVA160 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)
Standby (60 Hz)129 kWe128 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)117 kWe116 kWe
Displacement6.7 L6.8 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,800 RPM1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 3U.S. EPA Tier 3
Dry weight
OriginItalyUnited States

Choosing between FPT NEF67 TM1X and John Deere 6068HF285

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 NEF67 TM1X has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.