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Hyundai DP180LB vs SDEC 6KTAA25-G34

The Hyundai DP180LB and SDEC 6KTAA25-G34 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 707 kVA. Displacement is 18.3 L versus 25 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationHyundai DP180LBSDEC 6KTAA25-G34
Headline rating705 kVA708 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)564 kWe566 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)513 kWe515 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)604 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)548 kWe
Displacement18.3 L25 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedChina National Stage III / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginSouth KoreaChina

Choosing between Hyundai DP180LB and SDEC 6KTAA25-G34

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 SDEC 6KTAA25-G34 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.