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John Deere 6068HFG82 vs SDEC 6DTAA8.9-G21

The John Deere 6068HFG82 and SDEC 6DTAA8.9-G21 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 231 kVA. Displacement is 6.8 L versus 8.9 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationJohn Deere 6068HFG82SDEC 6DTAA8.9-G21
Headline rating231 kVA230 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)184 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)166 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)185 kWe203 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)168 kWe184 kWe
Displacement6.8 L8.9 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 3China National Stage III / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesChina