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MTU MTU 12V2000 G25 vs Volvo Penta TWD1644GE

The MTU MTU 12V2000 G25 and Volvo Penta TWD1644GE are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 716 kVA. Displacement is 23.88 L versus 16.1 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationMTU MTU 12V2000 G25Volvo Penta TWD1644GE
Headline rating715 kVA716 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)572 kWe573 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)521 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)602 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)547 kWe
Displacement23.88 L16.1 L
ConfigurationV12L6
Cylinders126
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedEuro Stage II / U.S. EPA Tier 2
Dry weight
OriginGermanySweden