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Caterpillar CG132B-16 vs Cummins K50N-G10

The Caterpillar CG132B-16 and Cummins K50N-G10 are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 1,250 kVA. Displacement is 35.1 L versus 50.3 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar CG132B-16Cummins K50N-G10
Headline rating1,250 kVA1,250 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)1,000 kWe1,000 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)800 kWe1,000 kWe
Displacement35.1 L50.3 L
ConfigurationV16V16
Cylinders1616
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginGermanyChina