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Caterpillar CG132B-8 vs VMAN DT22

The Caterpillar CG132B-8 and VMAN DT22 are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 500 kVA. Displacement is 17.5 L versus 22.61 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar CG132B-8VMAN DT22
Headline rating500 kVA500 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)400 kWe400 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)400 kWe
Displacement17.5 L22.61 L
ConfigurationV8V12
Cylinders812
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginGermanyChina