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Liebherr D9612 vs Mitsubishi S12H-PTA

The Liebherr D9612 and Mitsubishi S12H-PTA are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 1,206 kVA. Displacement is 27 L versus 37.11 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationLiebherr D9612Mitsubishi S12H-PTA
Headline rating1,200 kVA1,211 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)960 kWe968.8 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)864 kWe883.2 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)1,064 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)968.8 kWe
Displacement27 L37.11 L
ConfigurationV12V12
Cylinders1212
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsEuro Stage VUnregulated
Dry weight4450 kg
OriginSwitzerlandJapan

Choosing between Liebherr D9612 and Mitsubishi S12H-PTA

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 Mitsubishi S12H-PTA has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.