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Perkins 2506C-E15TAG3 vs VMAN CE17A1

The Perkins 2506C-E15TAG3 and VMAN CE17A1 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 645 kVA. Displacement is 15 L versus 16.85 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationPerkins 2506C-E15TAG3VMAN CE17A1
Headline rating646 kVA644 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)515 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)468 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)517 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)468 kWe
Displacement15 L16.85 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsEuro Stage II / U.S. EPA Tier 2Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited KingdomChina