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Caterpillar CG170B-16 vs Liyu Power LY2000AGL/M/H-WL

The Caterpillar CG170B-16 and Liyu Power LY2000AGL/M/H-WL are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 2,307 kVA. Displacement is 70.8 L versus 95.3 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar CG170B-16Liyu Power LY2000AGL/M/H-WL
Headline rating2,300 kVA2,313 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)1,840 kWe1,850 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement70.8 L95.3 L
ConfigurationV16V20
Cylinders1620
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelNatural GasCoal Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginGermanyChina