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Perkins 1706A-E93TAG2 vs Volvo Penta TAD1351GE

The Perkins 1706A-E93TAG2 and Volvo Penta TAD1351GE are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 357 kVA. Displacement is 9.3 L versus 12.8 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationPerkins 1706A-E93TAG2Volvo Penta TAD1351GE
Headline rating358 kVA356 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)286 kWe285 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)278 kWe259 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)300 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)273 kWe
Displacement9.3 L12.8 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedEuro Stage IIIA / U.S. EPA Tier 3
Dry weight
OriginUnited KingdomSweden