Volvo Penta INDUSTRIAL ENGINES

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Volvo Penta TAD880VE

D8 Generator Drive

Volvo Penta TAD880VE fixed-speed generator-drive diesel engine with published 50 Hz at 1,500 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 TAD880VE|MID-RANGE CLASSIFICATION
GENSET ARCHITECTURE: L67.7 L
HEAVY-DUTY GENSET INTEGRATION PLATFORM
POWER CLASSIFICATION171 kVA
ELECTRICAL OUTPUT137 kWe
FUEL SYSTEMDiesel/HVO
READY FOR TURNKEY PACKAGING

Standby Power

171 kVA

Electrical Output

137 kWe

Cylinders / Config

L6

Displacement

7.7 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)
Prime135124155
Standby149137171

Mechanical & Electrical Specifications

BrandVolvo Penta
ModelTAD880VE
SeriesD8 Generator Drive
ConfigurationL6
Cylinders6
Displacement7.7 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 TAD880VE?

The Volvo Penta TAD880VE is rated at 171 kVA standby / 155 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm).

Does the TAD880VE run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Volvo Penta TAD880VE is rated for 50 Hz (1,500 rpm).

What fuel does the Volvo Penta TAD880VE use?

The Volvo Penta TAD880VE is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the TAD880VE?

The Volvo Penta TAD880VE is an inline-6 (6-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 7.7 L.

What emissions standard does the TAD880VE meet?

The Volvo Penta TAD880VE is certified to U.S. EPA Final Tier 4 emissions standards.

Is the Volvo Penta TAD880VE still in production?

Yes — the Volvo Penta TAD880VE is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the TAD880VE?

Yes — an official Volvo Penta datasheet for the Volvo Penta TAD880VE can be downloaded from this page.

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