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Baudouin 16M55G2800/6 vs Caterpillar 3608

The Baudouin 16M55G2800/6 and Caterpillar 3608 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 3,538 kVA. Displacement is 87.5 L versus 147.8 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 16M55G2800/6Caterpillar 3608
Headline rating3,500 kVA3,575 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)2,860 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)2,600 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)2,800 kWe2,660 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)2,560 kWe2,420 kWe
Displacement87.5 L147.8 L
ConfigurationV16V8
Cylinders168
Rated speed1,800 RPM1,000 / 1,200 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedU.S. EPA Tier 2
Dry weight
OriginFranceUnited States