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Scania DC16 078A 02-42 vs Volvo Penta TWD1644GE

The Scania DC16 078A 02-42 and Volvo Penta TWD1644GE are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 716 kVA. Displacement is 16.4 L versus 16.1 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationScania DC16 078A 02-42Volvo Penta TWD1644GE
Headline rating715 kVA716 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)572 kWe573 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)520 kWe521 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)572 kWe602 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)520 kWe547 kWe
Displacement16.4 L16.1 L
ConfigurationL8L6
Cylinders86
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedEuro Stage II / U.S. EPA Tier 2
Dry weight
OriginSwedenSweden