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Hyundai DP158LD vs Mitsubishi S6A3-PTAA

The Hyundai DP158LD and Mitsubishi S6A3-PTAA are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 579 kVA. Displacement is 15.1 L versus 18.56 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationHyundai DP158LDMitsubishi S6A3-PTAA
Headline rating583 kVA574 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)466 kWe459.2 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)423 kWe418.4 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)501 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)453 kWe
Displacement15.1 L18.56 L
ConfigurationV8L6
Cylinders86
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight1800 kg
OriginSouth KoreaJapan

Choosing between Hyundai DP158LD and Mitsubishi S6A3-PTAA

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 Hyundai DP158LD has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.