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SDEC SC12E460D2 vs VMAN CE10B

The SDEC SC12E460D2 and VMAN CE10B are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 382 kVA. Displacement is 12 L versus 9.84 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationSDEC SC12E460D2VMAN CE10B
Headline rating380 kVA383 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)304 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)276 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)306 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)279 kWe
Displacement12 L9.84 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsChina National Stage II / UnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginChinaChina

Choosing between SDEC SC12E460D2 and VMAN CE10B

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 CE10B has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.