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John Deere 3029HFG89 vs Kirloskar 4R1040

The John Deere 3029HFG89 and Kirloskar 4R1040 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 49 kVA. Displacement is 2.9 L versus 4.2 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationJohn Deere 3029HFG89Kirloskar 4R1040
Headline rating49 kVA48 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)38.3 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)34.9 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)39 kWe45.6 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)35 kWe41 kWe
Displacement2.9 L4.2 L
ConfigurationL3L4
Cylinders34
Rated speed1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 3U.S. EPA Tier 2
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesIndia

Choosing between John Deere 3029HFG89 and Kirloskar 4R1040

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 John Deere 3029HFG89 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.