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SDEC 6JTAA17-G311 vs Volvo Penta TWD1645GE

The SDEC 6JTAA17-G311 and Volvo Penta TWD1645GE are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 770 kVA. Displacement is 17 L versus 16.1 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationSDEC 6JTAA17-G311Volvo Penta TWD1645GE
Headline rating770 kVA770 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)616 kWe616 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)560 kWe560 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)640 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)582 kWe
Displacement17 L16.1 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsChina National Stage III / UnregulatedEuro Stage II / U.S. EPA Tier 2
Dry weight
OriginChinaSweden