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SDEC SC15G500D2 vs Yuchai YC6K520-D30

The SDEC SC15G500D2 and Yuchai YC6K520-D30 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 423 kVA. Displacement is 15 L versus 12.155 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationSDEC SC15G500D2Yuchai YC6K520-D30
Headline rating420 kVA425 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)336 kWe340 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)305 kWe320 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement15 L12.155 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsChina National Stage II / UnregulatedChina National Stage III / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginChinaChina

Choosing between SDEC SC15G500D2 and Yuchai YC6K520-D30

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 Yuchai YC6K520-D30 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.