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Caterpillar G3512H vs MTU 12V4000 GS

The Caterpillar G3512H and MTU 12V4000 GS are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 1,890 kVA. Displacement is 50.5 L versus 57.2 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar G3512HMTU 12V4000 GS
Headline rating1,875 kVA1,904 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)1,500 kWe1,523 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)1,490 kWe
Displacement50.5 L57.2 L
ConfigurationV12V12
Cylinders1212
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA StationaryUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesGermany