Volvo Penta
Volvo Penta TAD721VE
TAD7 Industrial
Volvo Penta TAD721VE discontinued legacy industrial engine. Volvo Group announced TAD721VE in 2001 as a 7.2 L industrial engine for mobile applications, rated 195 kW / 265 hp at 2300 rpm. 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
- No datasheet
- Last updated
- 2026-08-11
- Package route
- diesel generator sets
- Maximum Mechanical Power
- 195 kW
- Cylinders
- L6
- Displacement
- 7.2 L
- Rated Speed
- 2,300 RPM
Volvo Penta TAD721VE industrial power context
The Volvo Penta TAD721VE is a high-speed industrial diesel engine rated at 195 kW mechanical output at 2,300 RPM. It is used in off-road equipment and can support engineered variable-speed power systems, but its maximum power is not a direct 50/60 Hz alternator rating. Verify the drivetrain, power electronics, cooling, and emissions installation with Volvo Penta before specifying a generator package.
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Technical Specifications
| Brand | Volvo Penta |
| Model | TAD721VE |
| Series | TAD7 Industrial |
| Configuration | L6, turbocharged charge-air-cooled industrial diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 7.2 L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Country of Origin | Sweden |
| Year Introduced | 2001 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum power output of the Volvo Penta TAD721VE?
The Volvo Penta TAD721VE has a maximum mechanical output of 195 kW at 2,300 rpm. This is a variable-speed off-road rating, not a fixed-speed generator-set rating.
What fuel does the Volvo Penta TAD721VE use?
The Volvo Penta TAD721VE is a diesel variable-speed industrial engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the TAD721VE?
The Volvo Penta TAD721VE is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 7.2 L.
Is the TAD721VE still in production?
No — the Volvo Penta TAD721VE is discontinued. Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.