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MTU 10V1600G20 vs SDEC 6ETAA12.8-G310.1

The MTU 10V1600G20 and SDEC 6ETAA12.8-G310.1 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 559 kVA. Displacement is 17.5 L versus 12.8 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationMTU 10V1600G20SDEC 6ETAA12.8-G310.1
Headline rating559 kVA558 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)447 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)406 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)508 kWe446 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)463 kWe405 kWe
Displacement17.5 L12.8 L
ConfigurationV10L6
Cylinders106
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 2China National Stage III / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginGermanyChina