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Caterpillar C32 vs Jichai H12V190ZLD2

The Caterpillar C32 and Jichai H12V190ZLD2 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 1,500 kVA. Displacement is 32.1 L versus 73.16 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar C32Jichai H12V190ZLD2
Headline rating1,500 kVA1,500 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)1,200 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)1,090 kWe1,200 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)1,250 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)1,000 kWe
Displacement32.1 L73.16 L
ConfigurationV12V12
Cylinders1212
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 2China III (GB20891)
Dry weight9300 kg
OriginUSAChina