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Volvo Penta TAD1181VE

D11 Generator Drive

Volvo Penta TAD1181VE fixed-speed generator-drive diesel engine with published 50 Hz at 1,500 rpm and 60 Hz at 1,800 rpm ratings. The table separates mechanical engine output (kWm), electrical output (kWe), and generator-set apparent power (kVA). These derated generator ratings must not be substituted with the model's higher variable-speed off-road maximum-power curve.

Volvo Penta TAD1181VE|MID-RANGE CLASSIFICATION
GENSET ARCHITECTURE: L610.84 L
HEAVY-DUTY GENSET INTEGRATION PLATFORM
POWER CLASSIFICATION285 kVA
ELECTRICAL OUTPUT228 kWe
FUEL SYSTEMDiesel/HVO
READY FOR TURNKEY PACKAGING

Standby Power

285 kVA

Electrical Output

228 kWe

Cylinders / Config

L6

Displacement

10.84 L

Rated Speed

1,500 RPM

ISO 8528 Power Ratings

Power Factor: 0.8 pf

kWm = mechanical engine shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = apparent electrical power.

50 Hz Grid Frequency1500 RPM
Operating DutykWm (Mechanical)kWe (Electrical)kVA (Rating)
Prime223207259
Standby245228285
60 Hz Grid Frequency1800 RPM
Operating DutykWm (Mechanical)kWe (Electrical)kVA (Rating)
Prime217200250
Standby238219274

Mechanical & Electrical Specifications

BrandVolvo Penta
ModelTAD1181VE
SeriesD11 Generator Drive
ConfigurationL6
Cylinders6
Displacement10.84 L
Fuel TypeDiesel/HVO
Ignition TypeCompression Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardU.S. EPA Final Tier 4
Country of OriginSweden

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the power output of the Volvo Penta TAD1181VE?

The Volvo Penta TAD1181VE is rated at 285 kVA standby / 259 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 274 kVA standby / 250 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the TAD1181VE run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Volvo Penta TAD1181VE is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the Volvo Penta TAD1181VE use?

The Volvo Penta TAD1181VE is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the TAD1181VE?

The Volvo Penta TAD1181VE is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 10.84 L.

What emissions standard does the TAD1181VE meet?

The Volvo Penta TAD1181VE is certified to U.S. EPA Final Tier 4 emissions standards.

Is the Volvo Penta TAD1181VE still in production?

Yes — the Volvo Penta TAD1181VE is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the TAD1181VE?

Yes — an official Volvo Penta datasheet for the Volvo Penta TAD1181VE can be downloaded from this page.

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