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MTU MTU 12V2000 G45 vs VMAN D30A3

The MTU MTU 12V2000 G45 and VMAN D30A3 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 879 kVA. Displacement is 23.88 L versus 29.235 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationMTU MTU 12V2000 G45VMAN D30A3
Headline rating879 kVA878 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)—702 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)—635 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)703 kWe—
Prime (60 Hz)639 kWe—
Displacement23.88 L29.235 L
ConfigurationV12V16
Cylinders1216
Rated speed1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 2Unregulated
Dry weight——
OriginGermanyChina
MTU MTU 12V2000 G45 full specs →VMAN D30A3 full specs →

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