Volvo Penta
Volvo Penta TAD1651GE
16 Litre Series
Volvo Penta TAD1651GE - 16 litre diesel engine for generator sets. Euro Stage IIIA certified. 473 kWm standby at 50Hz.
- Standby Power · 50 Hz
- 556 kVA
- Electrical Output
- 445 kWe
- Cylinders
- L6
- Displacement
- 16.1 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 | 448.9 | 404 | 505 |
| Standby Power | 494.4 | 445 | 556.3 |
60 Hz1800 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | 515.6 | 464 | 580 |
| Standby Power | 570 | 513 | 641.3 |
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Volvo Penta |
| Model | TAD1651GE |
| Series | 16 Litre Series |
| Configuration | L6 |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 16.1 L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | Euro Stage IIIA / U.S. EPA Tier 3 |
| Country of Origin | Sweden |
Frequently asked questions
What is the power output of the Volvo Penta TAD1651GE?
The Volvo Penta TAD1651GE is rated at 556 kVA standby / 505 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 641 kVA standby / 580 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
Does the TAD1651GE run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?
The Volvo Penta TAD1651GE is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
What fuel does the Volvo Penta TAD1651GE use?
The Volvo Penta TAD1651GE is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the TAD1651GE?
The Volvo Penta TAD1651GE is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 16.1 L.
What emissions standard does the TAD1651GE meet?
The Volvo Penta TAD1651GE is certified to Euro Stage IIIA / U.S. EPA Tier 3 emissions standards.
Is the Volvo Penta TAD1651GE still in production?
Yes — the Volvo Penta TAD1651GE is a current production model.
Is a datasheet available for the TAD1651GE?
Yes — an official Volvo Penta datasheet for the Volvo Penta TAD1651GE can be downloaded from this page.
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Downloads
Reference
- Canonical page
- /engines/volvo-penta-tad1651ge
- Last database update
- 2026-06-29
- Manufacturer files
- 1 datasheet linked
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