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Caterpillar C15 vs Perkins 2206A-E13TAG6

The Caterpillar C15 and Perkins 2206A-E13TAG6 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 500 kVA. Displacement is 15.2 L versus 13 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar C15Perkins 2206A-E13TAG6
Headline rating500 kVA500 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)400 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)360 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)500 kWe400 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)455 kWe350 kWe
Displacement15.2 L13 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 2Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesUnited Kingdom