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Volvo Penta TWD1744GE vs Weichai 6M31D740E310

The Volvo Penta TWD1744GE and Weichai 6M31D740E310 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 833 kVA. Displacement is 16.1 L versus 18.6 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationVolvo Penta TWD1744GEWeichai 6M31D740E310
Headline rating833 kVA833 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)666 kWe666 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)606 kWe612 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)705 kWe666 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)641 kWe612 kWe
Displacement16.1 L18.6 L
ConfigurationL6V6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsEuro Stage II / U.S. EPA Tier 2China National Stage III / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginSwedenChina