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Caterpillar G3516H vs Jichai L20V190ZLT-2

The Caterpillar G3516H and Jichai L20V190ZLT-2 are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 2,500 kVA. Displacement is 67.4 L versus 144.6 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar G3516HJichai L20V190ZLT-2
Headline rating2,500 kVA2,500 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)2,000 kWe2,000 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)1,982 kWe
Displacement67.4 L144.6 L
ConfigurationV16V20
Cylinders1620
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,000 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA StationaryUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesChina