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Hyundai DP372CD vs SDEC 12KTA58-G36

The Hyundai DP372CD and SDEC 12KTA58-G36 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 1,575 kVA. Displacement is 36.9 L versus 58 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationHyundai DP372CDSDEC 12KTA58-G36
Headline rating1,563 kVA1,586 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)1,250 kWe1,269 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)1,134 kWe1,152 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement36.9 L58 L
ConfigurationL12V12
Cylinders1212
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedChina National Stage III / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginSouth KoreaChina

Choosing between Hyundai DP372CD and SDEC 12KTA58-G36

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 12KTA58-G36 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.