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SDEC SC27G900D2 vs Volvo Penta TWD1683GE

The SDEC SC27G900D2 and Volvo Penta TWD1683GE are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 741 kVA. Displacement is 27 L versus 16.1 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationSDEC SC27G900D2Volvo Penta TWD1683GE
Headline rating745 kVA736 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)596 kWe589 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)542 kWe536 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)616 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)560 kWe
Displacement27 L16.1 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsChina National Stage II / UnregulatedEuro Stage V / U.S. EPA Final Tier 4
Dry weight
OriginChinaSweden