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Perkins 1706J-E93TAG1 vs SDEC 6DTAA8.9-G23

The Perkins 1706J-E93TAG1 and SDEC 6DTAA8.9-G23 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 288 kVA. Displacement is 9.3 L versus 8.9 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationPerkins 1706J-E93TAG1SDEC 6DTAA8.9-G23
Headline rating290 kVA285 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)232 kWe228 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)210 kWe207 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)254 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)230 kWe
Displacement9.3 L8.9 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsEuro Stage V / U.S. EPA Final Tier 4China National Stage III / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited KingdomChina