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Volvo Penta TAD873VE

D8 Industrial High-Speed

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Volvo Penta TAD873VE 7.7L L6 variable-speed off-road diesel engine rated at 235 kW (320 hp) at 2,200 rpm, with 1,310 Nm peak torque at 1,450 rpm. This high-speed Euro Stage IV / U.S. EPA Final Tier 4 rating is a maximum crankshaft-power curve, not a direct 1,500/1,800 rpm generator-set rating.

Volvo Penta TAD873VE 7.7L L6 diesel/hvo high-speed industrial engine specifications
Volvo Penta TAD873VE 7.7L L6 diesel/hvo high-speed industrial engine specifications
Maximum Mechanical Power
235 kW
Cylinders
L6
Displacement
7.7 L
Rated Speed
2,200 RPM

Volvo Penta TAD873VE industrial power context

The Volvo Penta TAD873VE is a high-speed industrial diesel/hvo engine rated at 235 kW mechanical output at 2,200 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

BrandVolvo Penta
ModelTAD873VE
SeriesD8 Industrial High-Speed
ConfigurationL6
Cylinders6
Displacement7.7 L
Dry Weight696 kg
Dimensions (L×W×H)1207 × 889 × 1006 mm
Fuel TypeDiesel/HVO
Ignition TypeCompression Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardEuro Stage IV / U.S. EPA Final Tier 4
Country of OriginSweden

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum power output of the Volvo Penta TAD873VE?

The Volvo Penta TAD873VE has a maximum mechanical output of 235 kW at 2,200 rpm. This is a variable-speed off-road rating, not a fixed-speed generator-set rating.

What fuel does the Volvo Penta TAD873VE use?

The Volvo Penta TAD873VE is a diesel variable-speed industrial engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the TAD873VE?

The Volvo Penta TAD873VE is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 7.7 L.

What emissions standard does the TAD873VE meet?

The Volvo Penta TAD873VE is certified to Euro Stage IV / U.S. EPA Final Tier 4 emissions standards.

Reference

Last database update
2026-07-23
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