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Caterpillar C15 vs Hyundai DP126CE

The Caterpillar C15 and Hyundai DP126CE are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 500 kVA. Displacement is 15.2 L versus 11.1 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar C15Hyundai DP126CE
Headline rating500 kVA500 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)400 kWe400 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)360 kWe363 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)500 kWe450 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)455 kWe400 kWe
Displacement15.2 L11.1 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 2Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesSouth Korea