Volvo Penta
Volvo Penta TAD1242VE
D12 Industrial VE
Volvo Penta TAD1242VE discontinued D12 industrial diesel. Volvo Penta workshop-manual pages list TAD1242GE/VE as a standard D12 service variant with 12.13 L displacement; independent engine cross-reference listings align TAD1242VE with 383 kW / 521 hp and the D12 industrial parts ecosystem still lists the model for service components.
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- Manufacturer files
- No datasheet
- Last updated
- 2026-08-11
- Package route
- diesel generator sets
- Electrical Output
- 383 kW
- Cylinders
- L6
- Displacement
- 12.13 L
- Rated Speed
- 1,500 RPM
Volvo Penta TAD1242VE generator set context
The Volvo Penta TAD1242VE is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz generator sets, with a headline 383 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 | TAD1242VE |
| Series | D12 Industrial VE |
| Configuration | Inline-6, turbocharged air-to-air intercooled industrial diesel with EDC III |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 12.13 L |
| Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 |
| Dry Weight | 1380 kg |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | EU off-road / EPA-CARB Tier II |
| Certifications | EU off-road, EPA/CARB Tier II |
| Country of Origin | Sweden |
| Year Introduced | 2001 |
Frequently asked questions
What fuel does the Volvo Penta TAD1242VE use?
The Volvo Penta TAD1242VE is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the TAD1242VE?
The Volvo Penta TAD1242VE is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 12.13 L.
What emissions standard does the TAD1242VE meet?
The Volvo Penta TAD1242VE is certified to EU off-road / EPA-CARB Tier II emissions standards.
Is the TAD1242VE still in production?
No — the Volvo Penta TAD1242VE is discontinued. Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.