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Caterpillar CG132B-8 vs Guascor G-24SL

The Caterpillar CG132B-8 and Guascor G-24SL are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 503 kVA. Displacement is 17.5 L versus 24 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar CG132B-8Guascor G-24SL
Headline rating500 kVA506 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)400 kWe405 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)400 kWe436 kWe
Displacement17.5 L24 L
ConfigurationV8L8
Cylinders88
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginGermanySpain

Choosing between Caterpillar CG132B-8 and Guascor G-24SL

Use this comparison as an engineering shortlist, then confirm the complete generator package against load profile, voltage, 50/60 Hz frequency, duty class, emissions rules, cooling margin, altitude, ambient temperature, enclosure design, controller features, and alternator sizing. The Guascor G-24SL has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.