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Caterpillar CG170B-16 vs Waukesha VHP P9394GSI

The Caterpillar CG170B-16 and Waukesha VHP P9394GSI are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 2,268 kVA. Displacement is 70.8 L versus 153.9 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar CG170B-16Waukesha VHP P9394GSI
Headline rating2,300 kVA2,236 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)1,840 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)1,789 kWe
Displacement70.8 L153.9 L
ConfigurationV16V16
Cylinders1616
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,440 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginGermanyUnited States