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Liebherr D9508

D95/96 V-Series

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Liebherr D9508 16.2L 8-cylinder diesel engine for generator sets. 550 kWm standby at 1500rpm. Euro Stage V. kWe estimated at 96% alternator efficiency. Turbocharged Intercooled.

Liebherr D9508 16.2L V8 diesel generator engine — 660 kVA standby specifications
Liebherr D9508 16.2L V8 diesel generator engine — 660 kVA standby specifications
Standby Power · 50 Hz
660 kVA
Electrical Output
528 kWe
Cylinders
V8
Displacement
16.2 L
Rated Speed
1,500 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 Power495475.2594
Standby Power550528660

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.

Liebherr D9508 generator set context

The Liebherr D9508 is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz generator sets, with a headline 660 kVA / 528 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.

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Technical Specifications

BrandLiebherr
ModelD9508
SeriesD95/96 V-Series
ConfigurationV8
Cylinders8
Displacement16.2 L
Fuel TypeDiesel
Ignition TypeCompression Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardEuro Stage V
Country of OriginSwitzerland

Frequently asked questions

What is the power output of the Liebherr D9508?

The Liebherr D9508 is rated at 660 kVA standby / 594 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm).

Does the D9508 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Liebherr D9508 is rated for 50 Hz (1,500 rpm).

What fuel does the Liebherr D9508 use?

The Liebherr D9508 is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the D9508?

The Liebherr D9508 is a V8 (8-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 16.2 L.

What emissions standard does the D9508 meet?

The Liebherr D9508 is certified to Euro Stage V emissions standards.

Is the Liebherr D9508 still in production?

Yes — the Liebherr D9508 is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the D9508?

Yes — an official Liebherr datasheet for the Liebherr D9508 can be downloaded from this page.

Reference

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

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