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Caterpillar G3516H vs Liyu Power LY2000AGL/M/H-Z

The Caterpillar G3516H and Liyu Power LY2000AGL/M/H-Z are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. The Caterpillar G3516H is the higher-output unit (2,500 kVA vs 2,375 kVA). Displacement is 67.4 L versus 95.3 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar G3516HLiyu Power LY2000AGL/M/H-Z
Headline rating2,500 kVA2,375 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)2,000 kWe1,900 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)1,982 kWe
Displacement67.4 L95.3 L
ConfigurationV16V20
Cylinders1620
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelNatural GasBiogas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA StationaryUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesChina

Choosing between Caterpillar G3516H and Liyu Power LY2000AGL/M/H-Z

Use this comparison as an engineering shortlist, then confirm the complete generator package against load profile, voltage, 50/60 Hz frequency, duty class, emissions rules, cooling margin, altitude, ambient temperature, enclosure design, controller features, and alternator sizing. The Caterpillar G3516H has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.