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Caterpillar C9.3 vs SDEC 6ETAA12.8-G47

The Caterpillar C9.3 and SDEC 6ETAA12.8-G47 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 345 kVA. Displacement is 9.3 L versus 12.8 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar C9.3SDEC 6ETAA12.8-G47
Headline rating344 kVA346 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)275 kWe277 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)250 kWe252 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)330 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)300 kWe
Displacement9.3 L12.8 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 3China National Stage IV / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginUSAChina