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Perkins 2506C-E15TAG3 vs VMAN D22B3

The Perkins 2506C-E15TAG3 and VMAN D22B3 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 648 kVA. Displacement is 15 L versus 21.927 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationPerkins 2506C-E15TAG3VMAN D22B3
Headline rating646 kVA649 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)
Standby (60 Hz)517 kWe519 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)468 kWe473 kWe
Displacement15 L21.927 L
ConfigurationL6V12
Cylinders612
Rated speed1,800 RPM1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsEuro Stage II / U.S. EPA Tier 2Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited KingdomChina