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Volvo Penta TWD1653GE vs Weichai 6M31D640E310

The Volvo Penta TWD1653GE and Weichai 6M31D640E310 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 719 kVA. Displacement is 16.1 L versus 18.6 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationVolvo Penta TWD1653GEWeichai 6M31D640E310
Headline rating718 kVA720 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)574 kWe576 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)520 kWe522 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)576 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)522 kWe
Displacement16.1 L18.6 L
ConfigurationL6V6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsEuro Stage IIIA / U.S. EPA Tier 3China National Stage III / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginSwedenChina