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Volvo Penta TAD1385VE vs Weichai WP13D385E310

The Volvo Penta TAD1385VE and Weichai WP13D385E310 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 434 kVA. Displacement is 12.8 L versus 13 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationVolvo Penta TAD1385VEWeichai WP13D385E310
Headline rating434 kVA433 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)347 kWe346 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)315 kWe315 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)343 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)310 kWe
Displacement12.8 L13 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Final Tier 4China National Stage III / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginSwedenChina