SDEC
SDEC 16XTAA38-G32
X Series
The SDEC 16XTAA38-G32 is a 38-litre V16 diesel engine for generator sets, rated at 1,519 kVA / 1,215 kWe standby power at 1,500 RPM (50 Hz). It is a liquid-cooled engine built in China.
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- Last updated
- 2026-07-24
- Package route
- diesel generator sets
- Standby Power · 50 Hz
- 1,519 kVA
- Electrical Output
- 1,215 kWe
- Cylinders
- V16
- Displacement
- 38 L
- Rated Speed
- 1,500 RPM
Power Ratings
kWm = mechanical shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = kWe ÷ 0.8 pf
50 Hz1500 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | 1225 | 1103 | 1378.8 |
| Standby Power | 1350 | 1215 | 1518.8 |
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SDEC 16XTAA38-G32 generator set context
The SDEC 16XTAA38-G32 is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz generator sets, with a headline 1,519 kVA / 1,215 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
| Brand | SDEC |
| Model | 16XTAA38-G32 |
| Series | X Series |
| Configuration | V16 |
| Cylinders | 16 |
| Displacement | 38 L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | China National Stage III / Unregulated |
| Country of Origin | China |
Frequently asked questions
What is the power output of the SDEC 16XTAA38-G32?
The SDEC 16XTAA38-G32 is rated at 1,519 kVA standby / 1,379 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm).
Does the 16XTAA38-G32 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?
The SDEC 16XTAA38-G32 is rated for 50 Hz (1,500 rpm).
What fuel does the SDEC 16XTAA38-G32 use?
The SDEC 16XTAA38-G32 is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the 16XTAA38-G32?
The SDEC 16XTAA38-G32 is a V16 (16-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 38 L.
What is the catalog status of the SDEC 16XTAA38-G32?
The SDEC 16XTAA38-G32 is marked active in this database. Confirm current production and availability with the manufacturer; catalog status is not a live supply check.