Volvo Penta
Volvo Penta TWD1645GE
16 Litre Series
Volvo Penta TWD1645GE - Turbocharged water-to-air intercooled 16 litre diesel engine for generator sets. 655 kWm standby at 50Hz.
- Standby Power · 50 Hz
- 770 kVA
- Electrical Output
- 616 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 | 622.2 | 560 | 700 |
| Standby Power | 684.4 | 616 | 770 |
60 Hz1800 RPM
| kWm | kWe | kVA | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime Power | 646.7 | 582 | 727.5 |
| Standby Power | 711.1 | 640 | 800 |
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Volvo Penta |
| Model | TWD1645GE |
| 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 TWD1645GE?
The Volvo Penta TWD1645GE is rated at 770 kVA standby / 700 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 800 kVA standby / 728 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
Does the TWD1645GE run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?
The Volvo Penta TWD1645GE is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
What fuel does the Volvo Penta TWD1645GE use?
The Volvo Penta TWD1645GE is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the TWD1645GE?
The Volvo Penta TWD1645GE is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 16.1 L.
What emissions standard does the TWD1645GE meet?
The Volvo Penta TWD1645GE is certified to Euro Stage II / U.S. EPA Tier 2 emissions standards.
Is the Volvo Penta TWD1645GE still in production?
Yes — the Volvo Penta TWD1645GE is a current production model.
Is a datasheet available for the TWD1645GE?
Yes — an official Volvo Penta datasheet for the Volvo Penta TWD1645GE can be downloaded from this page.
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Downloads
Reference
- Canonical page
- /engines/volvo-penta-twd1645ge
- Last database update
- 2026-06-29
- Manufacturer files
- 1 datasheet linked
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