Volvo Penta
Volvo Penta TAD520GE
Early D5 Power Generation
Volvo Penta TAD520GE discontinued legacy generator-drive diesel. RAAD archived Volvo Penta product-bulletin material identifies the exact TAD520GE genset engine at 96 kW/1500 rpm and 101 kW/1800 rpm, while Volvo Penta workshop-manual pages group it with TD520GE, TD520VE, TAD520VE, and the early TAD/TD720 industrial engines.
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- Manufacturer files
- 1 datasheet
- Last updated
- 2026-08-11
- Package route
- diesel generator sets
- Electrical Output
- 101 kW
- Cylinders
- L4
- Displacement
- 4.76 L
- Rated Speed
- 1,500 RPM
Volvo Penta TAD520GE generator set context
The Volvo Penta TAD520GE is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz generator sets, with a headline 101 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 | TAD520GE |
| Series | Early D5 Power Generation |
| Configuration | Inline-4, turbocharged aftercooled diesel genset engine |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 4.76 L |
| Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 |
| Dry Weight | 575 kg |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | EPA/CARB Tier 1 / TA-Luft |
| Certifications | EPA/CARB Tier 1, TA-Luft |
| Country of Origin | Sweden |
Frequently asked questions
What fuel does the Volvo Penta TAD520GE use?
The Volvo Penta TAD520GE is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the TAD520GE?
The Volvo Penta TAD520GE is an inline-4 (4-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 4.76 L.
What emissions standard does the TAD520GE meet?
The Volvo Penta TAD520GE is certified to EPA/CARB Tier 1 / TA-Luft emissions standards.
Is the TAD520GE still in production?
No — the Volvo Penta TAD520GE is discontinued. Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.
Is a datasheet available for the TAD520GE?
Yes — an official Volvo Penta datasheet for the Volvo Penta TAD520GE can be downloaded from this page.