Volvo Penta
Volvo Penta TAD1181VE
11 Litre Series
Volvo Penta TAD1181VE - Turbocharged air-to-air intercooled 11 litre diesel engine for generator sets. EPA Tier 4 Final certified. 245 kWm standby at 50Hz.
- Standby Power · 50 Hz
- 285 kVA
- Electrical Output
- 228 kWe
- Cylinders
- L6
- Displacement
- 11 L
- Rated Speed
- 1,500 / 1,800 RPM
Power Ratings
kWm = mechanical shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = kWe ÷ 0.8 pf
50 Hz1500 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | 230 | 207 | 258.8 |
| Standby Power | 253.3 | 228 | 285 |
60 Hz1800 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | 222.2 | 200 | 250 |
| Standby Power | 243.3 | 219 | 273.8 |
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Volvo Penta |
| Model | TAD1181VE |
| Series | 11 Litre Series |
| Configuration | L6 |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 11 L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | Euro Stage V / U.S. EPA Final Tier 4 |
| Country of Origin | Sweden |
Frequently asked questions
What is the power output of the Volvo Penta TAD1181VE?
The Volvo Penta TAD1181VE is rated at 285 kVA standby / 259 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 274 kVA standby / 250 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
Does the TAD1181VE run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?
The Volvo Penta TAD1181VE is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
What fuel does the Volvo Penta TAD1181VE use?
The Volvo Penta TAD1181VE is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the TAD1181VE?
The Volvo Penta TAD1181VE is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 11 L.
What emissions standard does the TAD1181VE meet?
The Volvo Penta TAD1181VE is certified to Euro Stage V / U.S. EPA Final Tier 4 emissions standards.
Is the Volvo Penta TAD1181VE still in production?
Yes — the Volvo Penta TAD1181VE is a current production model.
Is a datasheet available for the TAD1181VE?
Yes — an official Volvo Penta datasheet for the Volvo Penta TAD1181VE can be downloaded from this page.
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Downloads
Reference
- Canonical page
- /engines/volvo-penta-tad1181ve
- Last database update
- 2026-06-29
- Manufacturer files
- 1 datasheet linked
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