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Caterpillar G3516H vs MTU 16V4000 GS

The Caterpillar G3516H and MTU 16V4000 GS are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 2,518 kVA. Displacement is 67.4 L versus 76.3 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar G3516HMTU 16V4000 GS
Headline rating2,500 kVA2,535 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)——
Prime (50 Hz)2,000 kWe2,028 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)——
Prime (60 Hz)1,982 kWe—
Displacement67.4 L76.3 L
ConfigurationV16V16
Cylinders1616
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA StationaryUnregulated
Dry weight——
OriginUnited StatesGermany
Caterpillar G3516H full specs →MTU 16V4000 GS full specs →

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