VOLVO PENTA GENSET ENGINE

TAD720GE
1500 rpm, 153 kW (209 hp) – 1800 rpm, 163 kW (222 hp)

TAD720GE
1 2 3 4 5
Turbo charged
Air to air intercoolded
Diesel fuel
Displacement indication (l)
Generation
Version
Generator drive
Emission controlled

mm / in.
A = 1240 / 48.8
B = 866 / 39.1
C = 1881 / 74.0

6 7 8
1. Charged air to cooler
2. Exhaust manifold
3. Turbocharger
4. Closed loop crank case breather
system
5. Air restriction indicator
9 10 11 12 13 14 15
6. Alternator
7. Starter motor
8. Flywheel housing SAE 2
9. Air filter
10. Speed governor / EDC4 actuator
11. Stop solenoid (mechanical engine)
12. Coolant heater (option)
13. Oil filling
14. Oil cooler
15. Radiator cap
16. Engine transmission with PTO
17. Oil filter
18. Fuel filter
19. Radiator

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Technical Data Standard equipment
General Engine
Engine designation............................................................................TAD720GE Power setting 1500 rpm Prime and Standby
No. of cylinders and configuration........................................................ in-line 6 Lift eyelets
Method of operation................................................................................ 4-stroke Flywheel
Bore, mm (in.)...................................................................................... 108 (4.25) Flywheel housing with conn. acc. to SAE 2
Stroke, mm (in.)................................................................................... 130 (5.12) Flywheel for 11.5” and 10,0”
Displacement, l (in³)........................................................................... 7.15 (436) flexible plate or flexible coupling
Compression ratio...................................................................................... 17.5:1 Vibration damper
Dry weight, kg (lb)..............................................................................760 (1674) Engine suspension
Wet weight, kg (lb)............................................................................804 (1773) Fixed front mounting
Lubrication system
Performance 1500 rpm 1800 rpm Oil dipstick
kW (hp) Full-flow oil filter of spin-on type
Prime Power 140 (190) 149 (203) Fuel system
Max Standby Power 153 (209) 163 (222) Fuel filters of spin-on type
Prefilter delivered loose
Lubrication system 1500 rpm 1800 rpm Injection pump, Bosch, unit pumps with
Oil consumption, liter/h (US gal/h) Heinzmann governor, mechanical or EDC4
Max Standby Power 0.1 (0.02) 0.1 (0.02) Intake and exhaust system
Oil system capacity incl filters, liter.................................................................20 Air filter with paper insert
Air restriction indicator
Fuel system 1500 rpm 1800 rpm Air cooled exhaust manifold
Specific fuel consumption at Connecting flange for exhaust line, delivered loose
Prime Power, g/kWh (lb/hph) Turbo charger
50 % 204 (0.330) 215 (0.348) Closed crankcase ventilation system
75 % 198 (0.321) 205 (0.332) Cooling system
100 % 197 (0.319) 203 (0.329) Radiator for 45 °C air on temp
Air to air charge air cooler
Intake and exhaust system 1500 rpm 1800 rpm Belt driven coolant pump
Air consumption at 25°C, m³/min (cfm) Fan hub
Max Standby Power 10.1 (357) 13.8 (487) Thrust fan
Max allowable air intake restriction, kPa (In wc)................................... 3 (12) Fan guard
Heat rejection to exhaust, Belt guard
kW (BTU/min) 1500 rpm 1800 rpm Control System
Max Standby Power 109 (6199) 121 (6881) Manual fine speed control
Exhaust gas temperature after turbine, Stop solenoid energized to run (mechanical spec.)
°C (°F) Mechanical speed governor (mechanical spec.)
Max Standby Power 476 (889) 433 (811) ECU (Engine Control Unit) (EDC4 spec.)
Max allowable back-pressure in Electronical speed actuator (EDC4 spec.)
exhaust line, kPa (In wc) 5 (20) 7 (28) Electrical system
Exhaust gas flow, m³/min (cfm) Alternator 55A / 14V, left side, 1 pole
Max Standby Power 26.7 (943) 31.3 (1105) Starter motor, 3.1kW / 14V, 1 pole
Instruments and senders
Cooling system 1500 rpm 1800 rpm Oil pressure switch
Heat rejection radiation from engine, Coolant temp switch and sender
kW (BTU/min) Engine Packing
Max Standby Power 18.4 (1046) 19.6 (1115) Plastic wrapping, standard
Heat rejection to coolant,
kW (BTU/min)
Max Standby Power 77.8 (4424) 84.9 (4828)
Fan power consumption, kW (hp)
standard cooling system 3.8 (5.2) 6.6 (9.0)
troical cooling system 8.2 (11.1) 9.2 (12.5)
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Note! Not all models, standard equipment and accessories are available in all countries. 1924
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
The engine illustrated may not be entirely identical to production standard engines.

Power Standards Rating Guidelines

The engine performance corresponds to ISO 3046, BS PRIME POWER rating corresponds to ISO Standard Power for
5514 and DIN 6271. The technical data applies to an engine continuous operation. It is applicable for supplying electrical power
without cooling fan and operating on a fuel with calorific at variable load for an unlimited number of hours instead of com-
value of 42.7 MJ /kg (18360 BTU/lb) and a density of 0.84 mercially purchased power. A10 % overload capability for govering
kg/liter (7.01 lb/US gal), also where this involves a deviation purpose is available for this rating.
from the standards. Power output guaranteed within 0 to MAXIMUM STANDBY POWER rating corresponds to ISO
+2% att rated ambient conditions at delivery. Ratings are Standard Fuel Stop Power. It is applicable for supplying standby
based on ISO 8528. electrical power at variable load in areas with well established
Engine speed governing in accordance with ISO 3046/IV, electrical networks in the event of normal utility power failure. No
class A1 and ISO 8528-5 class G3 overload capability is available for this rating.
1 hp = 1 kW x 1.36
Exhaust emissions Information
The engine complies with Tier 2 and TA-luft -50% exhaust For more technical data and information, please look in the Gener- AB Volvo Penta
emission regulations. ating Set Engines Sales Guide. SE-405 08 Göteborg, Sweden
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