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SDEC SC15G500D2 vs Volvo Penta TAD1354GE

The SDEC SC15G500D2 and Volvo Penta TAD1354GE are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 420 kVA. Displacement is 15 L versus 12.8 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationSDEC SC15G500D2Volvo Penta TAD1354GE
Headline rating420 kVA420 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)336 kWe336 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)305 kWe305 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)350 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)320 kWe
Displacement15 L12.8 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsChina National Stage II / UnregulatedEuro Stage IIIA / U.S. EPA Tier 3
Dry weight
OriginChinaSweden

Choosing between SDEC SC15G500D2 and Volvo Penta TAD1354GE

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.