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Caterpillar CG260-12 vs Jichai 12V26/32-G

The Caterpillar CG260-12 and Jichai 12V26/32-G are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. The Caterpillar CG260-12 is the higher-output unit (4,166 kVA vs 3,750 kVA). Displacement is 204 L versus 203.9 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar CG260-12Jichai 12V26/32-G
Headline rating4,166 kVA3,750 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)3,333 kWe3,000 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)3,000 kWe2,700 kWe
Displacement204 L203.9 L
ConfigurationV12V12
Cylinders1212
Rated speed1,000 / 1,200 RPM1,000 / 1,200 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedIMO Tier II
Dry weight
OriginGermanyChina