203–326 kVA
Prime 50hz Electrical Power
223–318 kVA
Prime 60hz Electrical Power
7.7 litres
Displacement litres
  • Compact design for the power class built on Volvo Group technology
  • Low cost of ownership and operation
  • – High power to weight ratio
  • Dual speed
  • Noise optimized engine design
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D8 GE StageII/IIIA
D8 GE StageII/IIIA
D8 GE StageII/IIIA
D8 GE StageII/IIIA
D8 GE StageII/IIIA
D8 GE StageII/IIIA

Volvo Penta’s D8 power generation engine is a powerful, reliable, and economical 7.7-liter genset engine, built on the dependable in-line six design.

Robust & Reliable

D8 power generation engine

The D8 power generation engine from Volvo Penta is designed for the easiest, fastest, and most economical installation. The robust and reliable engine is well-balanced to produce smooth and vibration-free operation with low noise levels.
Long service life

Durability

To maintain a controlled working temperature in cylinders and combustion chambers, the D8 power generation engine is equipped with piston cooling. It also features replaceable cylinder liners and valve guides/seats to ensure maximum durability and service life.
Stage II / EPA Tier 2

Low exhaust emission

The ultra-modern, high-tech injection and charging system with low internal losses lowers fuel consumption and leads to excellent combustion. The D8 power generation engine from Volvo Penta complies with Stage II and EPA Tier 2 exhaust emission regulations.
No hassle

Service & Maintenance

To ease the service of the D8 power generation engine, the maintenance and service points are easily accessible, which is beneficial in tight compartments.

Technical data

50 Hz power
TAD840GE-B
TAD841GE
TAD842GE
TAD843GE
Prime power176 kWm/203 kVA/162 kWe220 kWm/253 kVA/202 kWe261 kWm/303 kVA/243 kWe280 kWm/326 kVA/260 kWe
Standby power194 kWm/223 kVA/178 kWe242 kWm/278 kVA/223 kWe287 kWm/334 kVA/267 kWe308 kWm/359 kVA/286 kWe
60 Hz power
Prime power194 kWm/223 kVA/178 kWe225 kWm/259 kVA/207 kWe261 kWm/303 kVA/243 kWe274 kWm/318 kVA/254 kWe
Standby power213 kWm/245 kVA/196 kWe248 kWm/285 kVA/228 kWe287 kWm/334 kVA/267 kWe301 kWm/350 kVA/280 kWe
Details
Fuel TypeDieselDieselDieselDiesel
Number of Cylinders6666
High-pressure fuel injectionCommon-rail fuel injectionCommon-rail fuel injectionCommon-rail fuel injectionCommon-rail fuel injection
Volvo Penta Prime Power Generation
Volvo Penta Standby Power Generation

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