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MTU MTU 12V4000 G63 vs Perkins 5016AC-E61TRG0

The MTU MTU 12V4000 G63 and Perkins 5016AC-E61TRG0 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 1,938 kVA. Displacement is 57.2 L versus 61 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationMTU MTU 12V4000 G63Perkins 5016AC-E61TRG0
Headline rating1,950 kVA1,925 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)1,560 kWe1,540 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)1,418 kWe1,400 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)——
Prime (60 Hz)——
Displacement57.2 L61 L
ConfigurationV12V16
Cylinders1216
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedEuro Stage II / China National Stage III
Dry weight——
OriginGermanyUnited Kingdom
MTU MTU 12V4000 G63 full specs →Perkins 5016AC-E61TRG0 full specs →

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