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MTU MTU 16V4000 G84F vs SDEC 12KTA58-G31

The MTU MTU 16V4000 G84F and SDEC 12KTA58-G31 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 2,473 kVA. Displacement is 76.3 L versus 58 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationMTU MTU 16V4000 G84FSDEC 12KTA58-G31
Headline rating2,459 kVA2,486 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)1,967 kWe1,989 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)1,809 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement76.3 L58 L
ConfigurationV16V12
Cylinders1612
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedChina National Stage III / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginGermanyChina