Volvo Penta
Volvo Penta TAD851GE
8 Litre Series
Volvo Penta TAD851GE - Turbocharged air-to-air intercooled 8 litre diesel engine for generator sets. 242 kWm standby at 50Hz.
- Standby Power · 50 Hz
- 279 kVA
- Electrical Output
- 223 kWe
- Cylinders
- L6
- Displacement
- 7.7 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 | 224.4 | 202 | 252.5 |
| Standby Power | 247.8 | 223 | 278.8 |
60 Hz1800 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | 230 | 207 | 258.8 |
| Standby Power | 253.3 | 228 | 285 |
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Volvo Penta |
| Model | TAD851GE |
| Series | 8 Litre Series |
| Configuration | L6 |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 7.7 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 | India |
Frequently asked questions
What is the power output of the Volvo Penta TAD851GE?
The Volvo Penta TAD851GE is rated at 279 kVA standby / 253 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 285 kVA standby / 259 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
Does the TAD851GE run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?
The Volvo Penta TAD851GE is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
What fuel does the Volvo Penta TAD851GE use?
The Volvo Penta TAD851GE is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the TAD851GE?
The Volvo Penta TAD851GE is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 7.7 L.
What emissions standard does the TAD851GE meet?
The Volvo Penta TAD851GE is certified to Euro Stage IIIA / U.S. EPA Tier 3 emissions standards.
Is the Volvo Penta TAD851GE still in production?
Yes — the Volvo Penta TAD851GE is a current production model.
Is a datasheet available for the TAD851GE?
Yes — an official Volvo Penta datasheet for the Volvo Penta TAD851GE can be downloaded from this page.
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Reference
- Canonical page
- /engines/volvo-penta-tad851ge
- Last database update
- 2026-06-29
- Manufacturer files
- 1 datasheet linked
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