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Daihatsu 6DK-20e

DK-20 Series

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Daihatsu 6DK-20e 56.5L 6-cylinder medium-speed (720rpm) diesel engine for marine/stationary generator sets. 900 kWe. Unregulated. Medium-speed, Turbocharged.

Daihatsu 6DK-20e 56.5L L6 diesel generator engine — 1,125 kVA standby specifications
Daihatsu 6DK-20e 56.5L L6 diesel generator engine — 1,125 kVA standby specifications
Standby Power · 50 Hz
1,125 kVA
Electrical Output
900 kWe
Cylinders
L6
Displacement
56.5 L
Rated Speed
750 RPM

Power Ratings

kWm = mechanical shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = kWe ÷ 0.8 pf

50 Hz750 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power9008281035
Standby Power978.39001125

Daihatsu 6DK-20e generator set context

The Daihatsu 6DK-20e is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz generator sets, with a headline 1,125 kVA / 900 kWe / standby rating. Use this page to compare the published engine output, electrical kWe/kVA ratings, emissions level, datasheet availability, and neighboring models before specifying an alternator, controller, enclosure, voltage, and compliance package.

Also searched as

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Technical Specifications

BrandDaihatsu
Model6DK-20e
SeriesDK-20 Series
ConfigurationL6
Cylinders6
Displacement56.5 L
Fuel TypeDiesel
Ignition TypeCompression Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardUnregulated
Country of OriginJapan

Frequently asked questions

What is the power output of the Daihatsu 6DK-20e?

The Daihatsu 6DK-20e is rated at 1,125 kVA standby / 1,035 kVA prime at 50 Hz (750 rpm).

Does the 6DK-20e run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Daihatsu 6DK-20e is rated for 50 Hz (750 rpm).

What fuel does the Daihatsu 6DK-20e use?

The Daihatsu 6DK-20e is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the 6DK-20e?

The Daihatsu 6DK-20e is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 56.5 L.

Is the Daihatsu 6DK-20e still in production?

Yes — the Daihatsu 6DK-20e is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the 6DK-20e?

Yes — an official Daihatsu datasheet for the Daihatsu 6DK-20e can be downloaded from this page.

Reference

Last database update
2026-06-11
Manufacturer files
1 datasheet linked

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