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Perkins 2406J-E13TAG3 vs Volvo Penta TAD1344GE-B

The Perkins 2406J-E13TAG3 and Volvo Penta TAD1344GE-B are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 453 kVA. Displacement is 13 L versus 12.8 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationPerkins 2406J-E13TAG3Volvo Penta TAD1344GE-B
Headline rating453 kVA453 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)362 kWe362 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)328 kWe329 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)379 kWe401 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)342 kWe364 kWe
Displacement13 L12.8 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsEuro Stage V / U.S. EPA Final Tier 4Euro Stage II / U.S. EPA Tier 2
Dry weight
OriginUnited KingdomSweden