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SDEC 6KTAA25-G35 vs VMAN CE17A1

The SDEC 6KTAA25-G35 and VMAN CE17A1 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 644 kVA. Displacement is 25 L versus 16.85 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationSDEC 6KTAA25-G35VMAN CE17A1
Headline rating644 kVA644 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)515 kWe515 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)468 kWe468 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement25 L16.85 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsChina National Stage III / UnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginChinaChina

Choosing between SDEC 6KTAA25-G35 and VMAN CE17A1

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.