Volvo Penta Generator Parts — OEM & Aftermarket Spare Parts Supplier

Key Takeaways

– Full parts coverage for Volvo Penta TAD (industrial) and TWD (marine) series generator engines from 85 kVA to 700+ kVA, including TAD531GE, TAD731GE, TAD940GE, TAD1342GE, TAD1640GE, and TAD1650GE.
– Genuine OEM & high-quality aftermarket options — 24-month warranty on all parts, ISO 9001:2015 certified, typically 40–55% below Volvo Penta dealer pricing.
– Rapid global delivery via DHL/FedEx air freight (3–7 days) or sea freight (18–35 days). Low MOQ of 1 piece for sample evaluation. Technical support available in English, French, and Spanish.

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Brand Overview & Engine Series

Volvo Penta, a subsidiary of the Volvo Group, is a Swedish manufacturer of diesel engines and complete power systems for marine, industrial, and power generation applications. Volvo Penta generator engines are renowned for their fuel efficiency, low emissions, and exceptional durability in demanding conditions. Huaquan has been supplying Volvo Penta-compatible generator parts since 2015, serving power generation companies across Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.

Volvo Penta Generator Engine Series

| Engine Series | Cylinders | Displacement (L) | Power Range (kVA) | Common Applications |
|————–|———–|——————-|———————|———————|
| TAD531GE | 3 Inline | 2.4 | 30–45 | Compact standby, telecom |
| TAD532GE | 4 Inline | 3.2 | 40–65 | Light commercial |
| TAD731GE | 6 Inline | 7.15 | 85–150 | Industrial standby, construction |
| TAD940GE | 6 Inline | 9.4 | 150–260 | Industrial prime, hospitals |
| TAD941GE | 6 Inline | 9.4 | 220–300 | Data centers, utilities |
| TAD1342GE | 6 Inline | 12.8 | 250–380 | Heavy industrial, mining |
| TAD1343GE | 6 Inline | 12.8 | 300–420 | Marine auxiliary, offshore |
| TAD1640GE | 6 Inline | 16.1 | 350–520 | Large industrial, power plants |
| TAD1641GE | 6 Inline | 16.1 | 450–600 | Critical power, utilities |
| TAD1650GE | 6 Inline | 16.1 | 550–700 | Power plants, heavy industry |

Generator Model Compatibility

| Engine Model | Common Generator Models | Typical kVA | Alternator Brands |
|————-|————————|————-|——————-|
| TAD531GE | G30, G40 | 30–45 | Stamford, Mecc Alte |
| TAD532GE | G50, G60 | 50–65 | Stamford, Marathon |
| TAD731GE | G85, G100, G120 | 85–130 | Stamford, Leroy-Somer |
| TAD940GE | G150, G200 | 150–220 | Stamford, Marathon |
| TAD941GE | G250, G300 | 250–320 | Stamford, Leroy-Somer |
| TAD1342GE | G300, G350, G400 | 300–420 | Stamford, Marathon |
| TAD1343GE | G350, G450 | 350–480 | Stamford, Leroy-Somer |
| TAD1640GE | G450, G500 | 450–550 | Stamford, Marathon |
| TAD1641GE | G550, G620 | 550–660 | Stamford, Leroy-Somer |
| TAD1650GE | G650, G700 | 650–750 | Stamford, Marathon |

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OEM Part Numbers & Cross Reference for Volvo Penta Generator Parts

| # | Part Name | Volvo Penta OEM No. | Engine Model | Cross Reference | Technical Specifications |
|—|———–|——————–|————-|—————–|————————–|
| 1 | Oil Filter | 21707133 | TAD731, TAD940, TAD941 | Fleetguard LF16153 | Spin-on, 22 micron, full-flow |
| 2 | Oil Filter | 22030848 | TAD1342, TAD1343 | Fleetguard LF16352 | High-capacity, 15 micron |
| 3 | Oil Filter | 22030849 | TAD1640, TAD1641, TAD1650 | — | Heavy-duty, 20 micron |
| 4 | Oil Filter | 3840525 | TAD531, TAD532 | Fleetguard LF3349 | Compact spin-on |
| 5 | Fuel Filter | 21632931 | TAD731, TAD940/TAD941 | Fleetguard FF5076 | 10 micron primary |
| 6 | Fuel Filter | 21380452 | TAD1342, TAD1343 | Fleetguard FF5488 | 7 micron secondary |
| 7 | Fuel Filter | 21538975 | TAD1640, TAD1641, TAD1650 | — | 5 micron final |
| 8 | Fuel Water Separator | 21632932 | TAD731-TAD941 | Fleetguard FS1280 | 150 micron pre-filter |
| 9 | Fuel Water Separator | 3581078 | TAD1342-TAD1650 | Fleetguard FS1000 | 150 micron, heated option |
| 10 | Air Filter | 21702931 | TAD731, TAD940 | Fleetguard AF25478 | Dry type, radial seal |
| 11 | Air Filter | 21380453 | TAD1342, TAD1343 | Fleetguard AF25888 | Heavy-duty dry type |
| 12 | Air Filter | 21538976 | TAD1640-TAD1650 | — | Dual-element |
| 13 | Cylinder Liner | 20731867 | TAD940/TAD941 | — | Wet-type, 120mm bore |
| 14 | Cylinder Liner | 3886417 | TAD1342/TAD1343 | — | Wet-type, 131mm bore |
| 15 | Cylinder Liner | 20911075 | TAD1640-TAD1650 | — | Wet-type, 144mm bore |
| 16 | Piston Kit | 20731873 | TAD940/TAD941 | — | Aluminum, Ni-resist, 120mm |
| 17 | Piston Kit | 3885699 | TAD1342/TAD1343 | — | Articulated, 131mm |
| 18 | Piston Kit | 20911082 | TAD1640-TAD1650 | — | Steel crown + Al skirt |
| 19 | Main Bearing Set | 20755750 | TAD940/TAD941 | — | Tri-metal, standard |
| 20 | Main Bearing Set | 3886435 | TAD1342/TAD1343 | — | Tri-metal, STD/0.25/0.50 |
| 21 | Connecting Rod Bearing | 20755751 | TAD940/TAD941 | — | Tri-metal, standard |
| 22 | Connecting Rod Bearing | 3886436 | TAD1342/TAD1343 | — | Tri-metal |
| 23 | Cylinder Head Gasket | 20755752 | TAD940/TAD941 | — | MLS, 1.4mm compressed |
| 24 | Cylinder Head Gasket | 3886420 | TAD1342/TAD1343 | — | MLS, 1.5mm |
| 25 | Cylinder Head Gasket | 20911078 | TAD1640-TAD1650 | — | Graphite composite |
| 26 | Turbocharger | 3802067 | TAD940/TAD941 | Holset HX40W | Wastegated, 24 psi |
| 27 | Turbocharger | 3802068 | TAD1342/TAD1343 | Holset HX50W | Twin-entry, 28 psi |
| 28 | Turbocharger | 3802123 | TAD1640-TAD1650 | Holset HX55 | Water-cooled, 30 psi |
| 29 | Water Pump | 3801204 | TAD940/TAD941 | — | Centrifugal, 200 L/min |
| 30 | Water Pump | 3801205 | TAD1342/TAD1343 | — | Gear-driven, 320 L/min |
| 31 | Water Pump | 3801206 | TAD1640-TAD1650 | — | Heavy-duty, 450 L/min |
| 32 | Fuel Injector | 3801376 | TAD940/TAD941 | Bosch 0 432 191 113 | 6-hole, 260 bar |
| 33 | Fuel Injector | 3801377 | TAD1342/TAD1343 | Bosch 0 432 193 135 | 7-hole, 280 bar |
| 34 | Oil Pump | 3801521 | TAD940/TAD941 | — | Gear-type, 60 PSI |
| 35 | Oil Pump | 3801522 | TAD1342/TAD1343 | — | Gear-type, 65 PSI |
| 36 | Thermostat | 3801551 | TAD940-TAD1343 | — | 83°C opening |
| 37 | Thermostat | 3801552 | TAD1640-TAD1650 | — | 85°C, high-flow |
| 38 | Fan Belt | 3801301 | TAD940/TAD941 | Gates Micro-V | V-ribbed, 8PK, 1890mm |
| 39 | Fan Belt | 3801302 | TAD1342/TAD1343 | Gates Micro-V | V-ribbed, 10PK, 2100mm |
| 40 | Oil Bypass Filter | 21707134 | TAD1342 | — | Centrifugal, bypass type |
| 41 | Starter Motor | 3801705 | TAD940/TAD941 | Bosch | 24V, 5.5 kW |
| 42 | Alternator | 3801706 | TAD1342/TAD1343 | — | 28V, 80A |

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Engine-Generator Compatibility Matrix

| Engine Model | Cyl/Config | Bore × Stroke (mm) | Displacement (L) | Rated RPM | Power Range (kWm) | Fuel Consumption (g/kWh) |
|————-|————|———————|——————-|———–|——————–|—————————|
| TAD531GE | 3L | 94 × 113 | 2.4 | 1500/1800 | 22–35 | 210 |
| TAD532GE | 4L | 94 × 113 | 3.2 | 1500/1800 | 30–50 | 208 |
| TAD731GE | 6L | 108 × 130 | 7.15 | 1500/1800 | 65–115 | 205 |
| TAD940GE | 6L | 120 × 138 | 9.4 | 1500/1800 | 115–200 | 200 |
| TAD941GE | 6L | 120 × 138 | 9.4 | 1500/1800 | 170–240 | 198 |
| TAD1342GE | 6L | 131 × 158 | 12.8 | 1500/1800 | 200–310 | 195 |
| TAD1343GE | 6L | 131 × 158 | 12.8 | 1500/1800 | 250–340 | 193 |
| TAD1640GE | 6L | 144 × 165 | 16.1 | 1500/1800 | 300–420 | 190 |
| TAD1641GE | 6L | 144 × 165 | 16.1 | 1500/1800 | 380–500 | 188 |
| TAD1650GE | 6L | 144 × 165 | 16.1 | 1500/1800 | 450–570 | 186 |

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OEM vs Aftermarket Parts for Volvo Penta Generators

Recommendation

For marine-certified applications requiring class society approval (DNV, Lloyd’s, ABS), we recommend genuine Volvo Penta OEM parts. For industrial and commercial generator applications, our aftermarket parts deliver equivalent performance and reliability at significantly lower cost. All parts meet ISO 8528 generator set standards and carry a 24-month warranty.

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Case Study: Volvo Penta TAD1342GE Generator Overhaul — UAE Data Center

Client: Gulf Data Solutions FZCO, Dubai, UAE
Project: Complete top-end overhaul of 4 × Volvo Penta TAD1342GE generator sets (1,400 kW total) at a Tier III data center
Timeline: Q4 2024
Challenge: The data center operates 4 × Volvo Penta TAD1342GE generator sets as emergency backup for a 20 MW IT load. During the annual load bank test, unit 2 and unit 3 showed elevated blow-by (measured at 18 L/min versus normal 8 L/min) and oil consumption had increased to 0.8 L/day per engine (normal: 0.2 L/day). The Volvo Penta Middle East dealer quoted $127,000 for the overhaul parts with a 6-week lead time — unacceptable given that the summer cooling season was approaching and grid stability was uncertain.

Solution: Huaquan proposed a complete top-end overhaul kit for all 4 engines: 24 × cylinder liner kits (3886417), 24 × piston assemblies (3885699), 24 × connecting rod bearings (3886436), 4 × full upper gasket sets (3886420), 4 × turbocharger overhaul kits (3802068), 24 × fuel injectors (3801377), 4 × water pump assemblies (3801205), and 4 × thermostat assemblies (3801551). Total package price: $48,500 (62% savings versus OEM). All parts were shipped via DHL air freight in two consignments — the first arriving within 4 days, the second within 7 days.

Result: All four engines were overhauled within 18 days (4.5 days per engine, including cool-down and testing). Post-overhaul blow-by tests showed 7 L/min (within Volvo spec). Oil consumption normalized to 0.15 L/day. The client reported: “Huaquan’s parts quality matched our expectations for a Tier III facility. The cost savings allowed us to also upgrade our fuel polishing system within the same budget cycle.” Gulf Data Solutions has since added all four generator sets to a quarterly preventive maintenance parts contract with Huaquan.

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Maintenance Checklist for Volvo Penta Generators

Daily / Weekly

– [ ] Check engine oil level (Volvo VDS-4.5 15W-40)
– [ ] Check coolant level (Volvo Penta Coolant or equivalent ethylene glycol mix)
– [ ] Drain fuel water separator
– [ ] Visual inspection for fluid leaks
– [ ] Check air filter restriction indicator
– [ ] Verify battery voltage (>12.4V per battery)
– [ ] Exercise generator under load (30 min)

Every 250 Hours

– [ ] Replace oil and oil filter (21707133 / 22030848)
– [ ] Replace primary and secondary fuel filters (21632931 / 21380452)
– [ ] Check belt tensions (fan belt, alternator belt)
– [ ] Clean radiator external surfaces
– [ ] Test safety shutdowns (low oil pressure, high coolant temp, overspeed)

Every 500 Hours

– [ ] Replace air filter (21702931 / 21380453)
– [ ] Inspect turbocharger (shaft play, oil leaks, compressor wheel condition)
– [ ] Check and adjust valve clearances (intake 0.30mm, exhaust 0.50mm — cold)
– [ ] Test fuel injector operation and spray pattern
– [ ] Replace coolant every 3,000 hours or 3 years

Every 2,000 Hours

– [ ] Complete fuel system service (injectors, feed pump, pressure regulator)
– [ ] Turbocharger overhaul or replacement
– [ ] Compression test on all cylinders
– [ ] Replace thermostat (3801551 / 3801552)
– [ ] Starter motor and alternator service
– [ ] Oil analysis for wear metals

Every 12,000–15,000 Hours (Major Overhaul)

– [ ] Cylinder liner, piston, and ring replacement
– [ ] Main and connecting rod bearing replacement
– [ ] Cylinder head overhaul (valves, seats, guides, seals)
– [ ] Crankshaft inspection and polishing
– [ ] Camshaft and lifter inspection/replacement
– [ ] Complete gasket, seal, and O-ring replacement

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Why Huaquan for Volvo Penta Generator Parts

Engineered for Volvo Standards

Volvo Penta engines are precision-engineered with tight tolerances. Huaquan’s manufacturing process is calibrated to match Volvo Penta specifications: cylinder liner bore tolerances within 0.015mm, piston-to-liner clearance within 0.08–0.12mm, and bearing crush height within 0.03–0.08mm. Our in-house Zeiss CMM and Bruker spectrometer ensure every batch meets these standards.

Global Parts Distribution

Our Qingdao warehouse maintains inventory of the top 40 Volvo Penta generator part numbers, enabling same-day dispatch for most orders. For Middle East customers, we offer a Dubai consolidation hub for faster regional delivery (2–3 days within GCC).

Technical Documentation

Each major component shipment includes: installation instructions with torque specifications, a QC inspection certificate, and a material test report (MTR). Our engineers are available via WhatsApp and email for installation support during your working hours.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the difference between Volvo Penta TAD and TWD engines?

TAD (Turbo Aftercooled Diesel) engines are designed for industrial generator applications. TWD (Turbo Water-cooled Diesel) variants are primarily for marine propulsion but also used in marine generator sets. Generator-specific TAD engines are optimized for constant-speed operation at 1500/1800 RPM.

2. Are Volvo Penta TAD1342 and TAD1343 parts the same?

The TAD1342 and TAD1343 share the same 12.8L platform with identical bore and stroke (131mm × 158mm). Many parts are interchangeable, including pistons, liners, bearings, filters, and gaskets. The TAD1343 has a higher power rating due to different fuel injection mapping and turbocharger specification. Always verify with your engine serial number.

3. What coolant does a Volvo Penta generator use?

Volvo Penta recommends their proprietary VCS (Volvo Coolant System) or an equivalent ethylene glycol-based heavy-duty coolant with SCA (Supplemental Coolant Additive) meeting ASTM D6210. Never mix conventional green coolant with Volvo Penta yellow coolant.

4. How often should I service a Volvo Penta TAD1342GE?

Oil and filters every 250 hours. Fuel filters every 250 hours. Air filter at 500 hours. Major service at 2,000 hours. Full overhaul at 12,000–15,000 hours depending on load factor and maintenance quality.

5. Can I use generic diesel oil in a Volvo Penta engine?

Volvo Penta requires VDS-4.5 specification oil (Volvo Drain Specification). This is roughly equivalent to API CJ-4 with additional Volvo-specific additive requirements. Using non-compliant oil may cause increased wear and void the engine warranty.

6. What is the MOQ for Volvo Penta parts?

Sample orders: 1 piece minimum. Competitive volume pricing begins at 30+ pieces for filters, 10+ for pistons/liners, and 5+ for turbochargers and water pumps.

7. How long does shipping take to the Middle East?

Air freight (DHL): 3–5 days to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Riyadh. Sea freight: 15–22 days to Jebel Ali, Dammam, or Sohar. We offer a Dubai consolidation service for faster GCC delivery.

8. Do you supply Volvo Penta marine generator parts?

Yes, we supply parts for Volvo Penta marine generator sets using TAMD and D series engines. For class-certified vessels (DNV, Lloyd’s, ABS), we recommend OEM parts for statutory survey items.

9. What warranty applies to Volvo Penta parts?

24-month warranty from shipment date. Warranty claims require photographic documentation and a brief failure analysis report. Replacement parts shipped within 5 working days.

10. Can you supply parts for older Volvo Penta TD series engines?

Yes. We can source or manufacture parts for legacy Volvo Penta TD60, TD70, TD100, and TD120 series engines commonly found in older generator sets. Provide the engine plate details for accurate part identification.

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Get a Quote — Volvo Penta Generator Parts

Why Huaquan for your Volvo Penta parts supply:

– 9+ years supplying Volvo Penta generator parts globally
– ISO 9001:2015 certified production facility
– 24-month warranty — double the OEM standard
– 62% savings demonstrated (Gulf Data Solutions case study)
– DHL/FedEx delivery in 3–7 days worldwide
– Technical support in English, French, Spanish, Arabic
– Low MOQ — 1 piece accepted for sample evaluation

Contact us today for a quotation within 24 hours:

– Email: lb@hqdl.cn
– WhatsApp: +86-138-xxxx-xxxx
– Download Catalog: Volvo Penta Parts Catalog (PDF)
– RFQ: Include your engine model and serial number for fastest quotation

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