Detroit Diesel 16V-149
Detroit Diesel 16V-149 discontinued legacy engine. Source-validated Detroit Diesel legacy model with ongoing owner, rebuild, marine, generator, and parts-search demand. Verified rating reference (2026-10-15): Manufacturer construction application, naturally aspirated configuration, SAE J816b rated mechanical power at 1900 rpm. Turbocharged T and TI variants have separate ratings and are not substituted. Source: detroit-diesel/legacy/dpd-149-series-brochure.pdf; page/section 6.
Production StatusProduction Discontinued
149 Series
Specifications and documentation remain archived for reference.
- Maximum Mechanical Power
- 791 kW
- Cylinders
- V16
- Displacement
- 39.1 L
- Rated Speed
- 1,900 RPM
Estimated electrical output
Engine power × 0.90. These are estimates, not manufacturer generator ratings. Actual output depends on the alternator and operating conditions.
| Frequency / duty | Engine | Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Frequency and duty unverified | 791 kWm | 711.9 kWe |
Datasheet & documents
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Technical specifications
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Detroit Diesel |
| Model | 16V-149 |
| Series | 149 Series |
| Configuration | V16, two-cycle diesel |
| Cylinders | 16 |
| Displacement | 39.1 L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | Unregulated |
| Country of Origin | United States |
| Year Discontinued | 1999 |
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The Detroit Diesel 16V-149 is a high-speed industrial diesel engine rated at 791 kW mechanical output at 1,900 RPM. It is used in off-road equipment and can support engineered variable-speed power systems, but its maximum power is not a direct 50/60 Hz alternator rating. Verify the drivetrain, power electronics, cooling, and emissions installation with Volvo Penta before specifying a generator package.
Other ways this model is written
16v14916V 149Detroit Diesel 16V-149149 Series 16V-149
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Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum power output of the Detroit Diesel 16V-149?
The Detroit Diesel 16V-149 has a maximum mechanical output of 791 kW at 1,900 rpm. This is a variable-speed off-road rating, not a fixed-speed generator-set rating.
What fuel does the Detroit Diesel 16V-149 use?
The Detroit Diesel 16V-149 is a diesel variable-speed industrial engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the 16V-149?
The Detroit Diesel 16V-149 is a V16 (16-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 39.1 L.
Is the 16V-149 still in production?
No — the Detroit Diesel 16V-149 is discontinued (production ended around 1999). Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.
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