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Caterpillar C7.1 vs Yuchai YC6B210L-D20

The Caterpillar C7.1 and Yuchai YC6B210L-D20 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 165 kVA. Displacement is 7 L versus 6.871 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar C7.1Yuchai YC6B210L-D20
Headline rating165 kVA165 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)132 kWe132 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)120 kWe120 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)150 kWe132 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)135 kWe120 kWe
Displacement7 L6.871 L
ConfigurationL4L6
Cylinders46
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 3China National Stage II / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginUSAChina