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Caterpillar C15 vs Jichai JC15D

The Caterpillar C15 and Jichai JC15D are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 500 kVA. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar C15Jichai JC15D
Headline rating500 kVA500 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)400 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)360 kWe400 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)500 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)455 kWe
Displacement15.2 L15.2 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 2China III (GB20891)
Dry weight4600 kg
OriginUSAChina