Volvo Penta
Volvo Penta TAMD165C-A
165 Series
Volvo Penta TAMD165C-A discontinued legacy engine. Specifications cross-checked against Volvo Penta model-guide, operator-manual, press-release, and workshop-manual sources. Sparse fields are left blank where a reliable model-specific value was not found.
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- Manufacturer files
- No datasheet
- Last updated
- 2026-08-04
- Package route
- diesel generator sets
- Electrical Output
- 507 kW
- Cylinders
- L6
- Displacement
- 16.1 L
- Rated Speed
- 1,500 RPM
Volvo Penta TAMD165C-A generator set context
The Volvo Penta TAMD165C-A is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz generator sets, with a headline 507 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 | TAMD165C-A |
| Series | 165 Series |
| Configuration | L6, turbocharged aftercooled marine diesel |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 16.1 L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | Unregulated |
| Country of Origin | Sweden |
Frequently asked questions
What fuel does the Volvo Penta TAMD165C-A use?
The Volvo Penta TAMD165C-A is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the TAMD165C-A?
The Volvo Penta TAMD165C-A is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 16.1 L.
Is the TAMD165C-A still in production?
No — the Volvo Penta TAMD165C-A is discontinued. Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.