Volvo Penta
Volvo Penta TAD550GE
D5 Power Generation
Volvo Penta TAD550GE discontinued legacy industrial engine. Volvo Penta lists TAD550GE in the D5 archive family; D5 Stage IIIA material supports the 5.1 L inline-four platform and Volspec rating sheets provide the dual-speed generator figures. Model identity and legacy status were cross-validated against Volvo Penta industrial archive pages, Volvo Group launch material, and Volvo Penta dealer rating sheets.
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- Manufacturer files
- 1 datasheet
- Last updated
- 2026-08-11
- Package route
- diesel generator sets
- Standby Power · 50 Hz
- 97 kVA
- Electrical Output
- 77 kWe
- Cylinders
- L4
- Displacement
- 5.1 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 | 76 | 69 | 86 |
| Standby Power | 85 | 77 | 97 |
60 Hz1800 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | 84 | 76 | 96 |
| Standby Power | 93 | 85 | 106 |
Volvo Penta TAD550GE generator set context
The Volvo Penta TAD550GE is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz and 60 Hz generator sets, with a headline 97 kVA / 77 kWe / 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 | TAD550GE |
| Series | D5 Power Generation |
| Configuration | L4, turbocharged air-to-air charge-cooled diesel genset engine |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 5.1 L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | EU Stage IIIA / EPA Tier 3 |
| Certifications | EU Stage IIIA, EPA Tier 3 |
| Country of Origin | Sweden |
| Year Introduced | 2005 |
| Year Discontinued | 2023 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the power output of the Volvo Penta TAD550GE?
The Volvo Penta TAD550GE is rated at 97 kVA standby / 86 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 106 kVA standby / 96 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
Does the TAD550GE run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?
The Volvo Penta TAD550GE is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
What fuel does the Volvo Penta TAD550GE use?
The Volvo Penta TAD550GE is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the TAD550GE?
The Volvo Penta TAD550GE is an inline-4 (4-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 5.1 L.
What emissions standard does the TAD550GE meet?
The Volvo Penta TAD550GE is certified to EU Stage IIIA / EPA Tier 3 emissions standards.
Is the TAD550GE still in production?
No — the Volvo Penta TAD550GE is discontinued (production ended around 2023). Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.
Is a datasheet available for the TAD550GE?
Yes — an official Volvo Penta datasheet for the Volvo Penta TAD550GE can be downloaded from this page.