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Bergen B36:45V12 vs Kawasaki KG-18

The Bergen B36:45V12 and Kawasaki KG-18 are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. The Kawasaki KG-18 is the higher-output unit (9,750 kVA vs 8,863 kVA). Displacement is 549.7 L versus 610.7 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationBergen B36:45V12Kawasaki KG-18
Headline rating8,863 kVA9,750 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)7,090 kWe7,800 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)7,500 kWe
Displacement549.7 L610.7 L
ConfigurationV12V18
Cylinders1218
Rated speed750 RPM750 / 900 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight100000 kg
OriginNorwayJapan