Volvo Penta
Volvo Penta TWD1644GE
16 Litre Series
Volvo Penta TWD1644GE - Turbocharged water-to-air intercooled 16 litre diesel engine for generator sets. 610 kWm standby at 50Hz.
- Standby Power · 50 Hz
- 716 kVA
- Electrical Output
- 573 kWe
- Cylinders
- L6
- Displacement
- 16.1 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 | 578.9 | 521 | 651.3 |
| Standby Power | 636.7 | 573 | 716.3 |
60 Hz1800 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | 607.8 | 547 | 683.8 |
| Standby Power | 668.9 | 602 | 752.5 |
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Volvo Penta |
| Model | TWD1644GE |
| Series | 16 Litre Series |
| Configuration | L6 |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 16.1 L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | Euro Stage II / U.S. EPA Tier 2 |
| Country of Origin | Sweden |
Frequently asked questions
What is the power output of the Volvo Penta TWD1644GE?
The Volvo Penta TWD1644GE is rated at 716 kVA standby / 651 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 753 kVA standby / 684 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
Does the TWD1644GE run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?
The Volvo Penta TWD1644GE is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
What fuel does the Volvo Penta TWD1644GE use?
The Volvo Penta TWD1644GE is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the TWD1644GE?
The Volvo Penta TWD1644GE is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 16.1 L.
What emissions standard does the TWD1644GE meet?
The Volvo Penta TWD1644GE is certified to Euro Stage II / U.S. EPA Tier 2 emissions standards.
Is the Volvo Penta TWD1644GE still in production?
Yes — the Volvo Penta TWD1644GE is a current production model.
Is a datasheet available for the TWD1644GE?
Yes — an official Volvo Penta datasheet for the Volvo Penta TWD1644GE can be downloaded from this page.
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Downloads
Reference
- Canonical page
- /engines/volvo-penta-twd1644ge
- Last database update
- 2026-06-29
- Manufacturer files
- 1 datasheet linked
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