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Caterpillar G3512H vs Jichai H16V190ZLT-1

The Caterpillar G3512H and Jichai H16V190ZLT-1 are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 1,875 kVA. Displacement is 50.5 L versus 97.53 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar G3512HJichai H16V190ZLT-1
Headline rating1,875 kVA1,875 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)1,500 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)1,490 kWe1,500 kWe
Displacement50.5 L97.53 L
ConfigurationV12V16
Cylinders1216
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,440 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA StationaryUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesChina