Volvo Penta
Volvo Penta MD5C
MD Series
Volvo Penta MD5C discontinued legacy engine. Specifications cross-checked against Volvo Penta workshop/manual data and a Volvo Penta model guide listing production years, cylinder count, horsepower, and rated speed.
Overhaul & repair parts- Manufacturer files
- No datasheet
- Last updated
- 2026-08-04
- Package route
- diesel generator sets
- Mechanical Output
- 7 kW
- Cylinders
- L1
- Rated Speed
- 3,000 RPM
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Volvo Penta MD5C generator set context
The Volvo Penta MD5C is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz generator sets, with a headline 7 kW / 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 | Volvo Penta |
| Model | MD5C |
| Series | MD Series |
| Configuration | L1, marine diesel |
| Cylinders | 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | Unregulated |
| Country of Origin | Sweden |
| Year Introduced | 1981 |
| Year Discontinued | 1982 |
Frequently asked questions
What fuel does the Volvo Penta MD5C use?
The Volvo Penta MD5C is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the cylinder configuration of the MD5C?
The Volvo Penta MD5C is an inline-1 (1-cylinder) engine.
Is the MD5C still in production?
No — the Volvo Penta MD5C is discontinued (production ended around 1982). Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.