Volvo Penta INDUSTRIAL ENGINES
DiscontinuedVolvo Penta TAD550GE
D5 Power Generation
Volvo Penta TAD550GE discontinued legacy industrial engine. Volvo Penta lists TAD550GE in the D5 archive family; D5 Stage IIIA material supports the 5.1 L inline-four platform and Volspec rating sheets provide the dual-speed generator figures. Model identity and legacy status were cross-validated against Volvo Penta industrial archive pages, Volvo Group launch material, and Volvo Penta dealer rating sheets.
Standby Power
106 kVA
Electrical Output
85 kWe
Cylinders / Config
L4, turbocharged air-to-air charge-cooled diesel genset engine
Displacement
5.1 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 | 76 | 69 | 86 |
| Standby | 85 | 77 | 97 |
| Operating Duty | kWm (Mechanical) | kWe (Electrical) | kVA (Rating) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime | 84 | 76 | 96 |
| Standby | 93 | 85 | 106 |
Mechanical & Electrical Specifications
| Brand | Volvo Penta |
| Model | TAD550GE |
| Series | D5 Power Generation |
| Configuration | L4, turbocharged air-to-air charge-cooled diesel genset engine |
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Displacement | 5.1 L |
| Fuel Type | Diesel |
| Ignition Type | Compression Ignition |
| Cooling Method | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions Standard | EU Stage IIIA / EPA Tier 3 |
| Certifications | EU Stage IIIA, EPA Tier 3 |
| Country of Origin | Sweden |
| Year Introduced | 2005 |
| Year Discontinued | 2023 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the power output of the Volvo Penta TAD550GE?
The Volvo Penta TAD550GE is rated at 97 kVA standby / 86 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 106 kVA standby / 96 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
Does the TAD550GE run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?
The Volvo Penta TAD550GE is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).
What fuel does the Volvo Penta TAD550GE use?
The Volvo Penta TAD550GE is a diesel generator-set engine.
What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the TAD550GE?
The Volvo Penta TAD550GE is an inline-4 (4-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 5.1 L.
What emissions standard does the TAD550GE meet?
The Volvo Penta TAD550GE is certified to EU Stage IIIA / EPA Tier 3 emissions standards.
Is the TAD550GE still in production?
No — the Volvo Penta TAD550GE is discontinued (production ended around 2023). Its specifications and datasheets remain archived here for reference.
Is a datasheet available for the TAD550GE?
Yes — an official Volvo Penta datasheet for the Volvo Penta TAD550GE can be downloaded from this page.