Volvo Penta
Volvo Penta TAD1385VE
13 Litre Series
Volvo Penta TAD1385VE - 13 litre diesel engine for generator sets. EPA Tier 4 Final certified. 373 kWm standby at 50Hz.
- Standby Power · 50 Hz
- 434 kVA
- Electrical Output
- 347 kWe
- Cylinders
- L6
- Displacement
- 12.8 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 | 350 | 315 | 393.8 |
| Standby Power | 385.6 | 347 | 433.8 |
60 Hz1800 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | 344.4 | 310 | 387.5 |
| Standby Power | 381.1 | 343 | 428.8 |
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Volvo Penta |
| Model | TAD1385VE |
| Series | 13 Litre Series |
| Configuration | L6 |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 12.8 L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | U.S. EPA Final Tier 4 |
| Country of Origin | Sweden |
Frequently asked questions
What is the power output of the Volvo Penta TAD1385VE?
The Volvo Penta TAD1385VE is rated at 434 kVA standby / 394 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 429 kVA standby / 388 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
Does the TAD1385VE run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?
The Volvo Penta TAD1385VE is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
What fuel does the Volvo Penta TAD1385VE use?
The Volvo Penta TAD1385VE is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the TAD1385VE?
The Volvo Penta TAD1385VE is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 12.8 L.
What emissions standard does the TAD1385VE meet?
The Volvo Penta TAD1385VE is certified to U.S. EPA Final Tier 4 emissions standards.
Is the Volvo Penta TAD1385VE still in production?
Yes — the Volvo Penta TAD1385VE is a current production model.
Is a datasheet available for the TAD1385VE?
Yes — an official Volvo Penta datasheet for the Volvo Penta TAD1385VE can be downloaded from this page.
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Reference
- Canonical page
- /engines/volvo-penta-tad1385ve
- Last database update
- 2026-06-29
- Manufacturer files
- 1 datasheet linked
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