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Caterpillar C9 vs Cummins QSL9-G7

The Caterpillar C9 and Cummins QSL9-G7 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 330 kVA. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar C9Cummins QSL9-G7
Headline rating330 kVA330 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)264 kWe264 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)240 kWe240 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)300 kWe300 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)270 kWe275 kWe
Displacement8.8 L8.8 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA Tier 3U.S. EPA Tier 3
Dry weight
OriginUSAUSA