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Caterpillar C27 vs Scania DC16 078A 02-44

The Caterpillar C27 and Scania DC16 078A 02-44 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 800 kVA. Displacement is 27.03 L versus 16.4 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar C27Scania DC16 078A 02-44
Headline rating800 kVA800 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)640 kWe640 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)580 kWe580 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)800 kWe640 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)725 kWe580 kWe
Displacement27.03 L16.4 L
ConfigurationV12L8
Cylinders128
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 2Unregulated
Dry weight——
OriginUSASweden
Caterpillar C27 full specs →Scania DC16 078A 02-44 full specs →

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