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Isuzu 6BG1

BG1 Series

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Isuzu 6BG1 6.494L 6-cylinder diesel engine for generator sets. 63 kWe standby at 60Hz / 54.6 kWe at 50Hz. Used in Denyo DCA gensets. Direct Injected.

Isuzu 6BG1 6.494L L6 diesel generator engine — 68 kVA standby specifications
Isuzu 6BG1 6.494L L6 diesel generator engine — 68 kVA standby specifications
Standby Power · 50 Hz
68 kVA
Electrical Output
55 kWe
Cylinders
L6
Displacement
6.494 L
Rated Speed
1,500 / 1,800 RPM

Power Ratings

kWm = mechanical shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = kWe ÷ 0.8 pf · kWe estimated — see note below

50 Hz1500 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power57.85265
Standby Power60.754.668.3

60 Hz1800 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power66.76075
Standby Power706378.8

Note: The manufacturer does not publish a separate kWe rating for this engine. kWe values shown are estimated from the rated mechanical output (kWm) using a conservative 90% alternator efficiency factor.

Isuzu 6BG1 generator set context

The Isuzu 6BG1 is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz and 60 Hz generator sets, with a headline 68 kVA / 55 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

BrandIsuzu
Model6BG1
SeriesBG1 Series
ConfigurationL6
Cylinders6
Displacement6.494 L
Fuel TypeDiesel
Ignition TypeCompression Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardUnregulated
Country of OriginJapan

Frequently asked questions

What is the power output of the Isuzu 6BG1?

The Isuzu 6BG1 is rated at 68 kVA standby / 65 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 79 kVA standby / 75 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the 6BG1 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Isuzu 6BG1 is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the Isuzu 6BG1 use?

The Isuzu 6BG1 is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the 6BG1?

The Isuzu 6BG1 is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 6.494 L.

Is the Isuzu 6BG1 still in production?

Yes — the Isuzu 6BG1 is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the 6BG1?

Yes — an official Isuzu datasheet for the Isuzu 6BG1 can be downloaded from this page.

Reference

Canonical page
/engines/isuzu-6bg1
Last database update
2026-06-11
Manufacturer files
1 datasheet linked

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