150–250 kVA
Prime 50hz Electrical Power
175–254 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
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Volvo Penta’s D8 power generation engine is a robust, powerful, and economical 7.7-liter genset engine, built on the reliable in-line six design. Developed for both prime and standby power generation.

D8 power generation engine

A robust genset engine

For the easiest, fastest, and most economical installation – Volvo Penta’s D8 power generation engine is the solution. A robust and reliable power generation engine that is well-balanced for a smooth, vibration-free, and low-noise operation.
Long service life

Temperature & Cylinders

The piston cooling in the D8 power generation engine maintains a controlled working temperature in combustion chambers and cylinders. To ensure maximum durability and service life, the cylinder liners and valve seats/guides are replaceable.
Stage V

Emission regulations

The excellent combustion and fuel efficiency of the D8 power generation engine are due to the high-tech injection and charging system with low internal losses. The D8 power generation engine complies with exhaust emission regulations of Stage V.
Made simple

Engine service

The easily accessible service and maintenance points on the D8 power generation engine simplify the engine service and is highly valuable in tight compartments.

Technical data

50 Hz power
TAD880GE
TAD881GE
TAD882GE
Prime power129 kWm / 150 kVA / 120 kWe215 kWm / 250 kVA / 200 kWe172 kWm / 200 kVA / 160 kWe
Standby power142 kWm / 165 kVA / 132 kWe240 kWm / 279 kVA / 224 kWe189 kWm / 220 kVA / 176 kWe
60 Hz power
Prime power151 kWm / 175 kVA / 140 kWe198 kWm / 230 kVA / 184 kWe218 kWm / 254 kVA / 203 kWe
Standby power166 kWm / 193 kVA / 154 kWe218 kWm / 253 kVA / 202 kWe240 kWm / 279 kVA / 224 kWe
Details
Fuel TypeDieselDieselDiesel
Number of Cylinders666
Volvo Penta Prime Power Generation
Volvo Penta Standby Power Generation

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