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Isuzu 6BG1T

BG1 Series

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Isuzu 6BG1T 6.494L 6-cylinder diesel engine for generator sets. 88 kWe standby at 60Hz / 70.4 kWe at 50Hz. Used in Denyo DCA gensets. Direct Injected, Turbocharged.

Isuzu 6BG1T 6.494L L6 diesel generator engine — 88 kVA standby specifications
Isuzu 6BG1T 6.494L L6 diesel generator engine — 88 kVA standby specifications
Standby Power · 50 Hz
88 kVA
Electrical Output
70 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 Power71.16480
Standby Power78.270.488

60 Hz1800 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power88.980100
Standby Power97.888110

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 6BG1T generator set context

The Isuzu 6BG1T is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz and 60 Hz generator sets, with a headline 88 kVA / 70 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
Model6BG1T
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 6BG1T?

The Isuzu 6BG1T is rated at 88 kVA standby / 80 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 110 kVA standby / 100 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the 6BG1T run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Isuzu 6BG1T is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the Isuzu 6BG1T use?

The Isuzu 6BG1T is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the 6BG1T?

The Isuzu 6BG1T is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 6.494 L.

Is the Isuzu 6BG1T still in production?

Yes — the Isuzu 6BG1T is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the 6BG1T?

Yes — an official Isuzu datasheet for the Isuzu 6BG1T can be downloaded from this page.

Reference

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

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