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John Deere 6090HFG86 vs SDEC SC12E460D2

The John Deere 6090HFG86 and SDEC SC12E460D2 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 380 kVA. Displacement is 9 L versus 12 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationJohn Deere 6090HFG86SDEC SC12E460D2
Headline rating379 kVA380 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)304 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)276 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)303 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement9 L12 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 3China National Stage II / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesChina

Choosing between John Deere 6090HFG86 and SDEC SC12E460D2

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 SC12E460D2 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.