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Caterpillar C175-16 vs MTU MTU 20V4000 G24F

The Caterpillar C175-16 and MTU MTU 20V4000 G24F are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 2,998 kVA. Displacement is 85.6 L versus 95.4 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar C175-16MTU MTU 20V4000 G24F
Headline rating3,000 kVA2,995 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)2,400 kWe2,396 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)2,180 kWe2,178 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)3,000 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)2,725 kWe
Displacement85.6 L95.4 L
ConfigurationV16V20
Cylinders1620
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Final Tier 4Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesGermany