Haifeng Machinery

Perkins 1506AE88TAG1 vs SDEC 6HTAA7.2-G43

The Perkins 1506AE88TAG1 and SDEC 6HTAA7.2-G43 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 229 kVA. Displacement is 8.8 L versus 7.2 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationPerkins 1506AE88TAG1SDEC 6HTAA7.2-G43
Headline rating228 kVA229 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)182 kWe183 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)166 kWe167 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement8.8 L7.2 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedChina National Stage IV / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesChina

Choosing between Perkins 1506AE88TAG1 and SDEC 6HTAA7.2-G43

Use this comparison as an engineering shortlist, then confirm the complete generator package against load profile, voltage, 50/60 Hz frequency, duty class, emissions rules, cooling margin, altitude, ambient temperature, enclosure design, controller features, and alternator sizing. The SDEC 6HTAA7.2-G43 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.