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Perkins 4008TAG1A vs Weichai 8M33D890E200

The Perkins 4008TAG1A and Weichai 8M33D890E200 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 1,002 kVA. Displacement is 30.6 L versus 26.4 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationPerkins 4008TAG1AWeichai 8M33D890E200
Headline rating1,003 kVA1,001 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)802 kWe801 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)728 kWe734 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)780 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)707 kWe
Displacement30.6 L26.4 L
ConfigurationV8V8
Cylinders88
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedChina National Stage II / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited KingdomChina