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Hyundai DP222CA vs Volvo Penta TWD1744GE

The Hyundai DP222CA and Volvo Penta TWD1744GE are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 834 kVA. Displacement is 21.9 L versus 16.1 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationHyundai DP222CAVolvo Penta TWD1744GE
Headline rating834 kVA833 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)667 kWe666 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)608 kWe606 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)755 kWe705 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)685 kWe641 kWe
Displacement21.9 L16.1 L
ConfigurationV12L6
Cylinders126
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedEuro Stage II / U.S. EPA Tier 2
Dry weight
OriginSouth KoreaSweden

Choosing between Hyundai DP222CA and Volvo Penta TWD1744GE

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 DP222CA has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.