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Caterpillar CG132B-8 vs Cummins K19N-G4

The Caterpillar CG132B-8 and Cummins K19N-G4 are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 500 kVA. Displacement is 17.5 L versus 18.9 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar CG132B-8Cummins K19N-G4
Headline rating500 kVA500 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)400 kWe400 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)400 kWe400 kWe
Displacement17.5 L18.9 L
ConfigurationV8L6
Cylinders86
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginGermanyChina