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Volvo Penta TWD1683GE Generator Set

The Volvo Penta TWD1683GE is a 589 kW (737 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a Volvo Penta TWD1683GE engine. It operates at 50 Hz. The same TWD1683GE engine also powers generator sets from Generac.

589 kW
Standby
16.12 L
Displacement
1
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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power589 kW
Standby kVA737
Prime power536 kW
EmissionsStage V
ControllerDCU2

Engine

Volvo Penta TWD1683GE
Displacement16.12 L
AspirationDual stage turbochargers with intermediate charge air coolers
Rated speed1500 rpm

Same engine, other brands

1 brand

The Volvo Penta TWD1683GE in this set also powers 1 generator set sold under 1 other brand. Service parts and maintenance intervals for the engine are shared; enclosure, alternator, controller and ratings are not.

BrandModels
GeneracMDE1450 TwinGen

Maintenance & consumables

for the Volvo Penta TWD1683GE
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter—3650 hr
Fuel filter—12000 hr
Oil filter—12000 hr
Battery—1000 hr
Belt—3650 hr
Coolant—1000 hr
Coolant filterRevolving—
Oil—500 hr
Spark plug—12000 hr

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Volvo Penta TWD1683GE?

The Volvo Penta TWD1683GE is rated 589 kW standby (737.0 kVA).

What engine does the Volvo Penta TWD1683GE use?

The Volvo Penta TWD1683GE is powered by the Volvo Penta TWD1683GE engine.

What kind of fuel does the Volvo Penta TWD1683GE run on?

The Volvo Penta TWD1683GE runs on diesel.

What is the prime power rating of the Volvo Penta TWD1683GE?

The Volvo Penta TWD1683GE is rated 536 kW prime (670 kVA), against 589 kW standby.

Parts

1
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
TWD1683VEEmission control system partsService part / kit buy

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Available documents

Engine spec — EngineDatasheet-VolvoTWD1683-GE-ESF-EN (Volvo Penta)Engine spec — vpi engine range 200113 (Volvo Penta)Operator's manual — Submittal 16085-04 REV 0 - Generator O&M Manual (Volvo Penta)Reference — parts-warranty (Volvo Penta)Reference — warranty-emission-control-system-na (Volvo Penta)Parts manual — warranty-statements-industrial-emmission-system (Volvo Penta)

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