Volvo Penta TWD740GE
Volvo Penta TWD740GE discontinued legacy TWD industrial engine. Volvo Penta instruction-book sources list TWD740GE/VE with 7.28 L displacement, while generator-set documentation and packager tables cross-check TWD740GE 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.
Production StatusProduction Discontinued
Legacy TWD Genset
Specifications and documentation remain archived for reference.
- Mechanical Output
- 207 kW
- Cylinders
- L6
- Displacement
- 7.28 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
| Rating | Prime | Standby |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical power kWm | 189 | 207 |
60 Hz1800 RPM
| Rating | Prime | Standby |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical power kWm | 218 | 239 |
Estimated electrical output
Engine power × 0.90. These are estimates, not manufacturer generator ratings. Actual output depends on the alternator and operating conditions.
| Frequency / duty | Engine | Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| 50 HzStandby | 207 kWm | 186.3 kWe |
| 50 HzPrime | 189 kWm | 170.1 kWe |
| 60 HzStandby | 239 kWm | 215.1 kWe |
| 60 HzPrime | 218 kWm | 196.2 kWe |
Datasheet & documents
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Technical specifications
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Volvo Penta |
| Model | TWD740GE |
| Series | Legacy TWD Genset |
| Configuration | Inline-6, turbocharged water-cooled diesel generator engine |
| Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement | 7.28 L |
| Dry Weight | 795 kg |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Country of Origin | Sweden |
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The Volvo Penta TWD740GE is a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz and 60 Hz generator sets, rated at 207 kW / standby rating. Match the model and serial number on your engine plate when requesting a manual or parts. The ratings and emissions information below help identify the version fitted to your generator.
Other ways this model is written
twd740geVolvo Penta TWD740GELegacy TWD Genset TWD740GE
TWD740GE repair parts
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Fitment details & source
Volvo Penta Reman injector/unit injector
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Source: Volvo Penta Reman 2024 Industrial Catalogue
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Frequently asked questions
Does the TWD740GE run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?
The Volvo Penta TWD740GE is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
What fuel does the Volvo Penta TWD740GE use?
The Volvo Penta TWD740GE is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the TWD740GE?
The Volvo Penta TWD740GE is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 7.28 L.
Is the TWD740GE still in production?
No — the Volvo Penta TWD740GE is discontinued. Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.
Are reference documents available for the TWD740GE?
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