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Caterpillar CG170-12 vs Jichai L12V200ZLT

The Caterpillar CG170-12 and Jichai L12V200ZLT are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 1,500 kVA. Displacement is 53.1 L versus 96.1 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar CG170-12Jichai L12V200ZLT
Headline rating1,500 kVA1,500 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)1,200 kWe1,200 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)1,200 kWe
Displacement53.1 L96.1 L
ConfigurationV12V12
Cylinders1212
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,000 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginGermanyChina