Volvo Penta INDUSTRIAL ENGINES
In ProductionVolvo Penta TAD1642GE-B
16 Litre Series
Volvo Penta TAD1642GE-B - 16 litre diesel engine for generator sets. Euro Stage II certified. 554 kWm standby at 50Hz.
Standby Power
688 kVA
Electrical Output
550 kWe
Cylinders / Config
L6
Displacement
16.1 L
Rated Speed
1,500 RPM
ISO 8528 Power Ratings
Power Factor: 0.8 pfkWm = mechanical engine shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = apparent electrical power.
| Operating Duty | kWm (Mechanical) | kWe (Electrical) | kVA (Rating) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime | 525.6 | 473 | 591.3 |
| Standby | 578.9 | 521 | 651.3 |
| Operating Duty | kWm (Mechanical) | kWe (Electrical) | kVA (Rating) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime | 555.6 | 500 | 625 |
| Standby | 611.1 | 550 | 687.5 |
Mechanical & Electrical Specifications
| Brand | Volvo Penta |
| Model | TAD1642GE-B |
| 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 TAD1642GE-B?
The Volvo Penta TAD1642GE-B is rated at 651 kVA standby / 591 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 688 kVA standby / 625 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
Does the TAD1642GE-B run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?
The Volvo Penta TAD1642GE-B is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
What fuel does the Volvo Penta TAD1642GE-B use?
The Volvo Penta TAD1642GE-B is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the TAD1642GE-B?
The Volvo Penta TAD1642GE-B is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 16.1 L.
What emissions standard does the TAD1642GE-B meet?
The Volvo Penta TAD1642GE-B is certified to Euro Stage II / U.S. EPA Tier 2 emissions standards.
Is the Volvo Penta TAD1642GE-B still in production?
Yes — the Volvo Penta TAD1642GE-B is a current production model.
Is a datasheet available for the TAD1642GE-B?
Yes — an official Volvo Penta datasheet for the Volvo Penta TAD1642GE-B can be downloaded from this page.