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Caterpillar 3508 vs Hyundai DP222CB

The Caterpillar 3508 and Hyundai DP222CB are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 911 kVA. Displacement is 34.5 L versus 21.9 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar 3508Hyundai DP222CB
Headline rating913 kVA909 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)730 kWe727 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)660 kWe646 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)910 kWe806 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)820 kWe730 kWe
Displacement34.5 L21.9 L
ConfigurationV8L6
Cylinders812
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 2Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginUSASouth Korea