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Scania DC16 093A 02-51 vs SDEC 12GTAA27-G34

The Scania DC16 093A 02-51 and SDEC 12GTAA27-G34 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 569 kVA. Displacement is 16.4 L versus 27 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationScania DC16 093A 02-51SDEC 12GTAA27-G34
Headline rating568 kVA569 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)454 kWe455 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)407 kWe413 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)442 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)400 kWe
Displacement16.4 L27 L
ConfigurationL8V12
Cylinders812
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedChina National Stage III / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginSwedenChina

Choosing between Scania DC16 093A 02-51 and SDEC 12GTAA27-G34

Use this comparison as an engineering shortlist, then confirm the complete generator package against load profile, voltage, 50/60 Hz frequency, duty class, emissions rules, cooling margin, altitude, ambient temperature, enclosure design, controller features, and alternator sizing. The SDEC 12GTAA27-G34 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.