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Caterpillar C32 vs Yuchai YC12VTD1830-D30

The Caterpillar C32 and Yuchai YC12VTD1830-D30 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 1,500 kVA. Displacement is 32.1 L versus 39.2 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar C32Yuchai YC12VTD1830-D30
Headline rating1,500 kVA1,500 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)1,200 kWe1,200 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)1,090 kWe1,100 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)1,250 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)1,000 kWe
Displacement32.1 L39.2 L
ConfigurationV12V12
Cylinders1212
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 2China National Stage III / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesChina