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Isuzu 6WG1X vs Volvo Penta TAD1385VE

The Isuzu 6WG1X and Volvo Penta TAD1385VE are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 436 kVA. Displacement is 15.681 L versus 12.8 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationIsuzu 6WG1XVolvo Penta TAD1385VE
Headline rating437 kVA434 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)349.5 kWe347 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)317.7 kWe315 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)378.2 kWe343 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)343.8 kWe310 kWe
Displacement15.681 L12.8 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Final Tier 4U.S. EPA Final Tier 4
Dry weight
OriginJapanSweden