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Caterpillar CG170-16 vs Liyu Power LY1600AGL/M/H-Z

The Caterpillar CG170-16 and Liyu Power LY1600AGL/M/H-Z are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 1,944 kVA. Displacement is 70.8 L versus 76.3 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar CG170-16Liyu Power LY1600AGL/M/H-Z
Headline rating1,950 kVA1,938 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)1,560 kWe1,550 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)1,560 kWe
Displacement70.8 L76.3 L
ConfigurationV16V16
Cylinders1616
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelNatural GasBiogas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginGermanyChina