Volvo Penta Diesel Generator
Volvo Penta is a world-renowned manufacturer of industrial diesel engines, delivering exceptional reliability, fuel efficiency, and performance for power generation applications. With a legacy of Swedish engineering excellence, Volvo Penta engines power critical operations across Canada, from remote mining sites and oil & gas facilities to hospitals, data centres, standby generators, and industrial prime power systems. Built to handle extreme conditions (including harsh Canadian winters), these engines offer low emissions, easy integration, and long service intervals.
Why Choose Volvo Penta Diesel Engines?
- Proven Reliability & Durability: Designed for continuous heavy-duty operation with extended service life and minimal downtime, even in sub-zero temperatures common across Canada.
- Wide Power Range: From compact 150–400 kVA units (TAD8xx series) to high-output industrial engines up to 800+ kVA (TAD16xx / TWD series), covering standby, prime, and continuous power needs.
- Advanced Emissions Compliance: Full lineup compliant with EU Stage II/V, EPA Tier 2/3/4f — featuring clean combustion, aftertreatment options, and low NOx/PM output to meet Canadian environmental regulations.
- Superior Fuel Economy: Industry-leading efficiency reduces operating costs — up to 5% better than competitors in many applications, with compatibility for HVO (renewable diesel) in newer models.
- Strong Canadian Support Network: Backed by authorized dealers like Wajax (largest Canadian distributor for Volvo Penta Power Generation), Simson-Maxwell, and others — offering genuine parts, 24/7 service, and rapid response nationwide.
Common Applications of Volvo Penta Diesel Engines
Volvo Penta engines excel in demanding sectors across Canada:
- Standby & prime power generation for hospitals, data centres, and critical infrastructure
- Mining operations (underground & surface) and remote power solutions
- Oil & gas (drilling, compression, fracking camps)
- Industrial & commercial backup power
- Water pumping, municipal utilities, and emergency services
- Agriculture, forestry, and off-grid applications
Popular Volvo Penta Diesel Engine Series (TAD / TWD)
Volvo Penta’s TAD and TWD series are trusted for power generation — offering inline 6-cylinder configurations with turbocharging and aftercooling for optimal load acceptance, low fuel consumption, and emissions performance. From EU Stage II / EPA Tier 2 models to the latest Stage V / Tier 4f compliant engines, the range covers 150–800+ kVA electrical output.
| Model | Standby (kVA/kW) | Prime (kVA/kW) | Num of Cyl | Emissions | Aspiration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TAD840GE-B | 245.3 / 196.3 | 223 / 178.4 | 6 inline | EU Stage II & EPA Tier 2 | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD841GE | 284.9 / 227.9 | 259 / 207.2 | 6 inline | EU Stage II & EPA Tier 2 | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD842GE | 333 / 266.6 | 303 / 242.4 | 6 inline | EU Stage II & EPA Tier 2 | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD843GE | 350 / 279.8 | 318 / 254.4 | 6 inline | EU Stage II & EPA Tier 2 | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD852GE | 315.7 / 253 | 287 / 230 | 6 inline | EU Stage IIIA / EPA Tier 3 | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD853GE | 344.3 / 275.4 | 313 / 250.4 | 6 inline | EU Stage IIIA / EPA Tier 3 | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD880GE | 192.5 / 154 | 175 / 140 | 6 inline | EU Stage V | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD881GE | 253 / 202.4 | 230 / 184 | 6 inline | EU Stage V | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD882GE | 279.4 / 223.5 | 254 / 203.2 | 6 inline | EU Stage V | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD1341GE-B | 367.4 / 293.9 | 334 / 267.2 | 6 inline | EU Stage II / EPA Tier 2 | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD1342GE-B | 441.1 / 352.88 | 401 / 320.8 | 6 inline | EU Stage II / EPA Tier 2 | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD1343GE-B | 451 / 360.8 | 410 / 328 | 6 inline | EU Stage II / EPA Tier 2 | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD1344GE-B | 501.6 / 401.3 | 456 / 364.8 | 6 inline | EU Stage II / EPA Tier 2 | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD1345GE-B | 501.6 / 401.3 | 456 / 364.8 | 6 inline | EU Stage II / EPA Tier 2 | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD1346GE | 563.2 / 451 | 512 / 410 | 6 inline | EU Stage II / EPA Tier 2 | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD1350GE | 313.5 / 250.8 | 285 / 228 | 6 inline | EU Stage IIIA / EPA Tier 3 | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD1351GE | 376.2 / 301 | 342 / 273.6 | 6 inline | EU Stage IIIA / EPA Tier 3 | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD1352GE | 440 / 352 | 400 / 320 | 6 inline | EU Stage IIIA / EPA Tier 3 | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD1353GE | 500.5 / 400.4 | 455 / 364 | 6 inline | EU Stage IIIA / EPA Tier 3 | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD1355GE | 440 / 352 | 400 / 320 | 6 inline | EU Stage IIIA / EPA Tier 3 | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD1380GE | 350 / 279.8 | 318 / 254.4 | 6 inline | EU Stage V | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD1381GE | 403.7 / 322.9 | 367 / 293.6 | 6 inline | EU Stage V | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD1382GE | 453.2 / 362.6 | 412 / 329.6 | 6 inline | EU Stage V | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD1641GE | 627 / 501.6 | 570 / 456 | 6 inline | EU Stage II / EPA Tier 2 | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD1642GE | 687.5 / 550 | 625 / 500 | 6 inline | EU Stage II / EPA Tier 2 | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TWD1644GE | 752.4 / 602 | 684 / 547.2 | 6 inline | EU Stage II / EPA Tier 2 | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TWD1645GE | 800 / 640 | 727 / 581.6 | 6 inline | EU Stage II / EPA Tier 2 | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD1650GE | 567.6 / 454.1 | 516 / 412.8 | 6 inline | EU Stage IIIA / EPA Tier 3 | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TAD1651GE | 638 / 510.4 | 580 / 464 | 6 inline | EU Stage IIIA / EPA Tier 3 | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TWD1682GE | 700 / 560 | 635 / 508 | 6 inline | EU Stage IV / EPA Tier 4f | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TWD1683GE | 770 / 616 | 700 / 560 | 6 inline | EU Stage IV / EPA Tier 4f | Turbocharged aftercooled |
| TWD1683GE | 770 / 616 | 700 / 560 | 6 inline | EU Stage V / EPA Tier 4f | Turbocharged |
| TWD1744GE | 880 / 704 | 800 / 640 | 6 inline | EU Stage II / EPA Tier 2 | Turbocharged aftercooled |
Select the Right Volvo Penta Engine for Your Needs
Whether you require a compact, Stage V-compliant genset for urban standby applications, a fuel-optimized Tier 3 unit for mining camps, or a high-output Stage II engine for prime power in remote sites, Volvo Penta delivers precise solutions tailored to load profile, altitude, ambient temperature, fuel quality, and Canadian regulatory requirements.
Contact our team for detailed specs, current availability, emissions certification, cold-weather package options, and a customized recommendation that fits your project in Canada.
