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Volvo Penta TAD1232GE

Legacy D12 Power Generation

Production Discontinued
This engine is no longer in production. Specifications and documentation remain archived for reference.

Volvo Penta TAD1232GE discontinued legacy D12 generator-drive diesel. Volvo Penta service-manual mirrors cross-list TAD1232GE with the D12 industrial/genset family, and engine cross-reference listings align the model with 300 kW / 408 hp output.

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Manufacturer files
No datasheet
Last updated
2026-08-11
Package route
diesel generator sets
Electrical Output
300 kW
Cylinders
L6
Displacement
11.98 L
Rated Speed
1,500 RPM
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Volvo Penta TAD1232GE 11.98L Inline-6, turbocharged aftercooled diesel generator engine diesel generator engine specifications

Volvo Penta TAD1232GE generator set context

The Volvo Penta TAD1232GE is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz generator sets, with a headline 300 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

BrandVolvo Penta
ModelTAD1232GE
SeriesLegacy D12 Power Generation
ConfigurationInline-6, turbocharged aftercooled diesel generator engine
Cylinders6
Displacement11.98 L
Fuel TypeDiesel
Ignition TypeCompression Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardLegacy pre-current industrial emissions
Country of OriginSweden

Frequently asked questions

What fuel does the Volvo Penta TAD1232GE use?

The Volvo Penta TAD1232GE is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the TAD1232GE?

The Volvo Penta TAD1232GE is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 11.98 L.

What emissions standard does the TAD1232GE meet?

The Volvo Penta TAD1232GE is certified to Legacy pre-current industrial emissions emissions standards.

Is the TAD1232GE still in production?

No — the Volvo Penta TAD1232GE is discontinued. Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.

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