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Caterpillar CG170-16 vs Jichai L16V190ZLT

The Caterpillar CG170-16 and Jichai L16V190ZLT are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 1,975 kVA. Displacement is 70.8 L versus 115.7 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar CG170-16Jichai L16V190ZLT
Headline rating1,950 kVA2,000 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)1,560 kWe1,600 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)1,560 kWe
Displacement70.8 L115.7 L
ConfigurationV16V16
Cylinders1616
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,000 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginGermanyChina