Volvo Penta TWD1643GE Engine
The Volvo Penta TWD1643GE is a 16.12 L 6-cylinder turbocharged engine rated at 1800 rpm, producing up to 644 kW. It powers generator sets from Kohler, Rivera Diesel, SDMO, Simson-Maxwell and Volvo Penta, including the 600REOZV, RVL 605, V700C2 and SVW600 T6-T2. It holds 42 L (11.1 gal) of oil and 75 L (19.8 gal) of coolant.
Also known as: Volvo Penta TWD1643GE
Part of the Volvo Penta TWD1643GE engine family — 2 variants share parts & fitment.
Service parts for the TWD1643GE
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Fuel system
2 requiredP552040Fuel filterfind
P552040Fuel filter (primary)find
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Engine specifications
| Oil capacity | 42.0 L |
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| Coolant capacity | 75.0 L |
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| Displacement | 16.12 L |
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| Cylinders | 6 |
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| Aspiration | Turbocharged |
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| Rated speed | 1800 rpm |
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| Gross power | 644 kW |
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Maintenance schedule
| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
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| Air filter | Dry | | — | | |
| Fuel filter | Primary, 10 Micron/Secondary w/Water Separator, 3 Microns | | 33798 | | Amazon eBay NAPA $24.78 |
| Oil filter | Cartridge | | — | | |
| Battery | Heavy-duty, 12V, 1000A | | — | | |
| Belt | Belt driven charging alternator | | — | | |
| Coolant filter | Single stage-Paper Cartridge | | — | | |
| Oil | | 48.1 L | — | | |
| Spark plug | N/A | | — | | |
Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.
Service specifications
30| Type | Item | Value | Unit | Condition |
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| Other | 10 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B | 361.95 | mm (14.25 in.) | |
| Other | 10 in. weld flange outside diameter C | 406.4 | mm (16.0 in.) | |
| Other | 10 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D | 12, 25.40 | mm (1.00 in.) | |
| Other | 12 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B | 431.80 | mm (17.00 in.) | |
| Other | 12 in. weld flange outside diameter C | 482.6 | mm (19.0 in.) | |
| Other | 12 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D | 12, 25.40 | mm (1.00 in.) | |
| Other | 14 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B | 476.25 | mm (18.75 in.) | |
| Other | 14 in. weld flange outside diameter C | 533.4 | mm (21.0 in.) | |
| Other | 14 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D | 12, 28.58 | mm (1.13 in.) | |
| Other | 16 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B | 539.75 | mm (21.25 in.) | |
| Other | 16 in. weld flange outside diameter C | 596.9 | mm (23.5 in.) | |
| Other | 16 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D | 16, 28.58 | mm (1.13 in.) | |
| Other | 18 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B | 577.85 | mm (22.75 in.) | |
| Other | 18 in. weld flange outside diameter C | 635.0 | mm (25.0 in.) | |
| Other | 18 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D | 16, 31.75 | mm (1.25 in.) | |
| Other | 20 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B | 635.00 | mm (25.00 in.) | |
| Other | 20 in. weld flange outside diameter C | 698.5 | mm (27.5 in.) | |
| Other | 20 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D | 20, 31.75 | mm (1.25 in.) | |
| Other | 5 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B | 215.90 | mm (8.50 in.) | |
| Other | 5 in. weld flange outside diameter C | 241.30 | mm (9.50 in.) | |
| Other | 5 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D | 8, 22.23 | mm (0.88 in.) | |
| Other | 6 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B | 254.0 | mm (10.0 in.) | |
| Other | 6 in. weld flange outside diameter C | 279.4 | mm (11.0 in.) | |
| Other | 6 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D | 8, 22.23 | mm (0.88 in.) | |
| Other | 8 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B | 298.45 | mm (11.75 in.) | |
| Other | 8 in. weld flange outside diameter C | 342.9 | mm (13.5 in.) | |
| Other | 8 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D | 8, 22.23 | mm (0.88 in.) | |
| Other | Weld flange angle A (10, 12, 14 in. nominal pipe size) | 30 | deg. | |
| Other | Weld flange angle A (16, 18, 20 in. nominal pipe size) | 22.5 | deg. | |
| Other | Weld flange angle A (5, 6, 8 in. nominal pipe size) | 45 | deg. | |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Voltage reconnection
| Voltage | Phase | Connection | Leads | Notes |
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| | 12-lead optional voltage connections | 12 | Alternator optional feature |
| | 4-lead dedicated voltages | 4 | Alternator standard feature |
| 110/127/139/240/254/277 | single-phase | switchable | | Towable generator model specifications; some models n/a |
| 208/220/240/415/440/480 | 3-phase | reconnectable | | Towable generator model specifications |
| 208/220/240/415/440/480 | 3-phase | switchable | | Towable generator model specifications |
Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.
Parts cataloged across the Volvo Penta TWD1643GE family
10| Part # | Description | Category |
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| 47714681 | Air Filter, Check and Replace | Air filter |
| 7749081 | Battery | Battery |
| CM302/CM403 | Automatik-Paket | Service part / kit |
| CM307-CM407 | Analoge Anzeige der Werte | Service part / kit |
| EN04 | Pumpe für Ölwechsel | Service part / kit |
| FD05 | Diesel-Vorfilter mit Abscheider | Service part / kit |
| GM63624 | Rocker arm | Service part / kit |
| GM65855 | Cylinder head (includes 2--34) | Service part / kit |
| GM65981 | Rocker arm shaft | Service part / kit |
| TWD1643GE | HP-Turbo: Manufacturer/type - Turbocharger | Turbocharger |
Parts cataloged across all variants of this engine family — verify the exact part fits your specific variant and serial number before ordering.
Aftermarket parts that fit this engine
36Parts listed by aftermarket suppliers as fitting this engine — leads compiled from supplier catalogs; verify the exact part for your serial number.
Filters for this engine
- Fuel filter: Donaldson P552040 Wix 33798 Ac Delco TP985
- Fuel filter (primary): Donaldson P552040 Wix 33798 Ac Delco TP985
Cross-referenced via Donaldson + OEM/engine-maker interchange — options to verify against your serial number, not confirmed for every exact variant.
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Common questions
What is the oil capacity of the Volvo Penta TWD1643GE?
The Volvo Penta TWD1643GE engine has an oil capacity of 42.0 liters.
What is the displacement of the Volvo Penta TWD1643GE?
The Volvo Penta TWD1643GE has a displacement of 16.12 liters with 6 cylinders.
Which generators use the Volvo Penta TWD1643GE engine?
The Volvo Penta TWD1643GE powers 5 generator set(s), including Kohler 600REOZV, Rivera Diesel RVL 605, SDMO V700C2, Simson-Maxwell SVW600 T6-T2, Volvo Penta TWD 1643 GE.
What fuel filter does the Volvo Penta TWD1643GE use?
The Volvo Penta TWD1643GE uses fuel filter part numbers Donaldson P552040, Wix 33798, Ac Delco TP985.