All About the Volvo Penta TAD731GE Engine

What is the Volvo Penta TAD731GE diesel engine?

The Volvo Penta TAD731 is a 7.2 litre, 6 cylinder in line, turbocharged and air cooled diesel engine. The engine is six hole fuel injected and has an impressively low fuel consumption and efficiency due to the technology used in the injection and charging system. The engine is also available in all three speeds: 50 Hz, 60 Hz and 400 Hz.

Where is the Volvo Penta TAD731GE diesel engine currently manufactured?

The Volvo Penta TAD731GE is currently made in Germany.

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What is the displacement of the Volvo Penta TAD731GE diesel engine?

The total displacement of the TAD731GE is 7.15 litres. The total oil system capacity (including filters) is 20 litres and the total coolant capacity in the engine and alternator is 23.4 litres. The engine has a generator efficiency of 92%.

What is the power output of the Volvo Penta TAD731GE diesel engine?

Using this alternator at 50Hz/1500 RPM will produce a prime power output of 155 kVA and a standby power output of 170 kVA.

Using this alternator at 60Hz/1800 RPM will produce a prime power output of 161 kVA and a standby power output of 177 kVA.

What power rating does the Volvo Penta TAD731GE diesel engine run at?

The Volvo Penta TAD731GE can be ran at either Prime or Standby power ratings. This makes the engine even more versatile and suitable for a variety of power applications.

What is the fuel consumption of the Volvo Penta TAD731GE diesel engine?

The Volvo Penta TAD731GE fuel consumption depends on its load. At 1500 rpm prime power it is has the following fuel consumption (percent of prime power):

• At 25% it uses 259 g/KWh
• At 50% it uses 224 g/KWh
• At 75% it uses 216 g/KWh
• At 100% it uses 215 g/KWh

What are the dimensions of the Volvo Penta TAD731GE diesel engine?

The dimensions of the TAD731GE are 1855 x 866 x 1292 mm. The dry weight of the engine is 760 kg and the wet weight is 606 kg.

The efficient engine can be coupled with an alternator to make a powerful diesel engine. This generator could be used for a selection of power applications across the globe.

What customer support is offered with the Volvo Penta TAD731GE diesel engine?

The TAD731GE is supported by the Volvo Penta Action Plan support scheme. It offers support in almost 30 different languages across the globe with a 24/7 support network. Once contacted they will put you through to your local dealer who will help deal with you throughout your case.

The specification sheet for this engine can be found here.