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SDEC SC9D340D2 vs Volvo Penta TAD1181VE

The SDEC SC9D340D2 and Volvo Penta TAD1181VE are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 287 kVA. Displacement is 9 L versus 11 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationSDEC SC9D340D2Volvo Penta TAD1181VE
Headline rating288 kVA285 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)230 kWe228 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)205 kWe207 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)219 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)200 kWe
Displacement9 L11 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