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Caterpillar C1.1 vs Perkins 403F-11G

The Caterpillar C1.1 and Perkins 403F-11G are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 10 kVA. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar C1.1Perkins 403F-11G
Headline rating10 kVA10 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)7.6 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)6.8 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)8.8 kWe8 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)8 kWe7 kWe
Displacement1.1 L1.1 L
ConfigurationL3L3
Cylinders33
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsEuro Stage IIIAU.S. EPA Final Tier 4
Dry weight
OriginJapanChina