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SDEC 6DTAA8.9-G43 vs Volvo Penta TAD1181VE

The SDEC 6DTAA8.9-G43 and Volvo Penta TAD1181VE are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 285 kVA. Displacement is 8.9 L versus 11 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationSDEC 6DTAA8.9-G43Volvo Penta TAD1181VE
Headline rating285 kVA285 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)228 kWe228 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)207 kWe207 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)219 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)200 kWe
Displacement8.9 L11 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsChina National Stage IV / UnregulatedEuro Stage V / U.S. EPA Final Tier 4
Dry weight
OriginChinaSweden