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Volvo Penta TAD1384VE vs Weichai WP12D353E200

The Volvo Penta TAD1384VE and Weichai WP12D353E200 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 399 kVA. Displacement is 12.8 L versus 12 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationVolvo Penta TAD1384VEWeichai WP12D353E200
Headline rating399 kVA398 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)318 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)259 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)319 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)290 kWe
Displacement12.8 L12 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Final Tier 4China National Stage II / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginSwedenChina