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MTU MTU 20V4000 G83 vs SDEC 16KTA76-G31

The MTU MTU 20V4000 G83 and SDEC 16KTA76-G31 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 3,353 kVA. Displacement is 95.4 L versus 76 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationMTU MTU 20V4000 G83SDEC 16KTA76-G31
Headline rating3,386 kVA3,319 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)2,655 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)2,412 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)2,709 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement95.4 L76 L
ConfigurationV20V16
Cylinders2016
Rated speed1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedChina National Stage III / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginGermanyChina