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Caterpillar C7.1 vs Perkins 1106A-70TAG2

The Caterpillar C7.1 and Perkins 1106A-70TAG2 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 165 kVA. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar C7.1Perkins 1106A-70TAG2
Headline rating165 kVA165 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)132 kWe132 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)120 kWe120 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)150 kWe150 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)135 kWe135 kWe
Displacement7 L7 L
ConfigurationL4L6
Cylinders46
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 3Unregulated
Dry weight——
OriginUSAChina
Caterpillar C7.1 full specs →Perkins 1106A-70TAG2 full specs →

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