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SDEC 6ETAA12.8-G310 vs Volvo Penta TAD1651GE

The SDEC 6ETAA12.8-G310 and Volvo Penta TAD1651GE are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 557 kVA. Displacement is 12.8 L versus 16.1 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationSDEC 6ETAA12.8-G310Volvo Penta TAD1651GE
Headline rating558 kVA556 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)446 kWe445 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)405 kWe404 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)513 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)464 kWe
Displacement12.8 L16.1 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsChina National Stage III / UnregulatedEuro Stage IIIA / U.S. EPA Tier 3
Dry weight
OriginChinaSweden