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Baudouin 16M55G6D2/5 vs Caterpillar C175-20

The Baudouin 16M55G6D2/5 and Caterpillar C175-20 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 3,825 kVA. Displacement is 87.5 L versus 107 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBaudouin 16M55G6D2/5Caterpillar C175-20
Headline rating3,750 kVA3,900 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)3,000 kWe3,120 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)2,600 kWe2,800 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)3,000 kWe3,900 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)2,640 kWe3,500 kWe
Displacement87.5 L107 L
ConfigurationV16V20
Cylinders1620
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 2U.S. EPA Stationary
Dry weight
OriginFranceUnited States