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Caterpillar C9.3 vs SDEC SC10E420D2

The Caterpillar C9.3 and SDEC SC10E420D2 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 345 kVA. Displacement is 9.3 L versus 10 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar C9.3SDEC SC10E420D2
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 L10 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 3China National Stage II / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginUSAChina