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VMAN D11 vs Volvo Penta TAD1352GE

The VMAN D11 and Volvo Penta TAD1352GE are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 403 kVA. Displacement is 10.964 L versus 12.8 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationVMAN D11Volvo Penta TAD1352GE
Headline rating405 kVA401 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)324 kWe321 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)288 kWe292 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)350 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)320 kWe
Displacement10.964 L12.8 L
ConfigurationV6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedEuro Stage IIIA / U.S. EPA Tier 3
Dry weight
OriginChinaSweden

Choosing between VMAN D11 and Volvo Penta TAD1352GE

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 D11 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.