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Caterpillar G3516 vs Liyu Power LY1600AGL/M/H-WL

The Caterpillar G3516 and Liyu Power LY1600AGL/M/H-WL are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 1,875 kVA. Displacement is 67.4 L versus 76.3 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar G3516Liyu Power LY1600AGL/M/H-WL
Headline rating1,875 kVA1,875 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)1,500 kWe1,500 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement67.4 L76.3 L
ConfigurationV16V16
Cylinders1616
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelNatural GasCoal Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA StationaryUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesChina