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SDEC 6ETAA12.8-G46 vs VMAN D11B1

The SDEC 6ETAA12.8-G46 and VMAN D11B1 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 382 kVA. Displacement is 12.8 L versus 10.964 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationSDEC 6ETAA12.8-G46VMAN D11B1
Headline rating380 kVA383 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)304 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)276 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)306 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)286 kWe
Displacement12.8 L10.964 L
ConfigurationL6V6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsChina National Stage IV / UnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginChinaChina

Choosing between SDEC 6ETAA12.8-G46 and VMAN D11B1

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 VMAN D11B1 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.