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Baudouin 12M55G6N0/5 vs Caterpillar CG170B-12

The Baudouin 12M55G6N0/5 and Caterpillar CG170B-12 are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 1,738 kVA. Displacement is 65.65 L versus 53.1 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 12M55G6N0/5Caterpillar CG170B-12
Headline rating1,750 kVA1,725 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)1,400 kWe1,380 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement65.65 L53.1 L
ConfigurationV12V12
Cylinders1212
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginFranceGermany