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Caterpillar C18 vs Googol PTAA10V-EG690

The Caterpillar C18 and Googol PTAA10V-EG690 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 778 kVA. Displacement is 18.13 L versus 20.3 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar C18Googol PTAA10V-EG690
Headline rating780 kVA775 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)624 kWe620 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)564 kWe560 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)750 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)680 kWe
Displacement18.13 L20.3 L
ConfigurationL6V10
Cylinders610
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledAir-Air
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 2China National Stage III / Unregulated
Dry weight1480 kg
OriginUSAChina