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Caterpillar C6.6 vs SDEC 6HTAA6.5-G31

The Caterpillar C6.6 and SDEC 6HTAA6.5-G31 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 158 kVA. Displacement is 6.6 L versus 6.5 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar C6.6SDEC 6HTAA6.5-G31
Headline rating156 kVA159 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)125 kWe127 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)113 kWe115 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)150 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)136 kWe
Displacement6.6 L6.5 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 3China National Stage III / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesChina