Volvo Penta
Volvo Penta TWD1630GE
Legacy TWD Genset
Volvo Penta TWD1630GE discontinued legacy TWD industrial engine. Volvo Penta workshop/instruction-book sources list TWD1630GE, and a legacy generator-packager table supplies the dual-frequency horsepower ratings. The model was added only after cross-checking online service-manual, instruction-book, parts, or generator-rating sources; no marine propulsion-only TWD rows are included in this batch.
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- Manufacturer files
- No datasheet
- Last updated
- 2026-08-11
- Package route
- diesel generator sets
- Electrical Output
- 453 kW
- Cylinders
- L6
- Displacement
- 16.12 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 | 413 | — | — |
| Standby Power | 453 | — | — |
60 Hz1800 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | 456 | — | — |
| Standby Power | 501 | — | — |
Volvo Penta TWD1630GE generator set context
The Volvo Penta TWD1630GE is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz and 60 Hz generator sets, with a headline 453 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 | TWD1630GE |
| Series | Legacy TWD Genset |
| Configuration | Inline-6, turbocharged water-cooled diesel generator engine |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 16.12 L |
| Dry Weight | 1428 kg |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Country of Origin | Sweden |
Frequently asked questions
What is the power output of the Volvo Penta TWD1630GE?
The Volvo Penta TWD1630GE is rated at 566 kVA standby / 516 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 626 kVA standby / 570 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
Does the TWD1630GE run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?
The Volvo Penta TWD1630GE is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
What fuel does the Volvo Penta TWD1630GE use?
The Volvo Penta TWD1630GE is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the TWD1630GE?
The Volvo Penta TWD1630GE is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 16.12 L.
Is the TWD1630GE still in production?
No — the Volvo Penta TWD1630GE is discontinued. Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.