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MTU MTU 12V2000 G85 vs Perkins 4008TAG1A

The MTU MTU 12V2000 G85 and Perkins 4008TAG1A are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 1,003 kVA. Displacement is 23.88 L versus 30.6 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationMTU MTU 12V2000 G85Perkins 4008TAG1A
Headline rating1,003 kVA1,003 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)—802 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)—728 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)802 kWe780 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)729 kWe707 kWe
Displacement23.88 L30.6 L
ConfigurationV12V8
Cylinders128
Rated speed1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 2Unregulated
Dry weight——
OriginGermanyUnited Kingdom
MTU MTU 12V2000 G85 full specs →Perkins 4008TAG1A full specs →

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