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John Deere 6068HFG82 vs SDEC 6DTAA8.9-G31

The John Deere 6068HFG82 and SDEC 6DTAA8.9-G31 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-G31
Headline rating231 kVA230 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)184 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)167 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)185 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)168 kWe
Displacement6.8 L8.9 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 3China National Stage III / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesChina

Choosing between John Deere 6068HFG82 and SDEC 6DTAA8.9-G31

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 6068HFG82 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.