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Caterpillar G3406 vs Doosan GE08TI

The Caterpillar G3406 and Doosan GE08TI are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 195 kVA. Displacement is 14.6 L versus 8.1 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar G3406Doosan GE08TI
Headline rating194 kVA196 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)155 kWe157 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement14.6 L8.1 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA StationaryUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesSouth Korea