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Caterpillar 3606 vs MTU MTU 20V4000 G23F

The Caterpillar 3606 and MTU MTU 20V4000 G23F are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 2,706 kVA. Displacement is 110.8 L versus 95.4 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar 3606MTU MTU 20V4000 G23F
Headline rating2,688 kVA2,723 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)2,150 kWe2,178 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)1,940 kWe1,980 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)2,000 kWe—
Prime (60 Hz)1,820 kWe—
Displacement110.8 L95.4 L
ConfigurationL6V20
Cylinders620
Rated speed1,000 / 1,200 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 2Unregulated
Dry weight——
OriginUnited StatesGermany
Caterpillar 3606 full specs →MTU MTU 20V4000 G23F full specs →

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