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Caterpillar G3520 vs MWM TCG 3020 V20

The Caterpillar G3520 and MWM TCG 3020 V20 are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. The Caterpillar G3520 is the higher-output unit (3,125 kVA vs 2,875 kVA). Displacement is 84.2 L versus 89 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar G3520MWM TCG 3020 V20
Headline rating3,125 kVA2,875 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)2,500 kWe2,300 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement84.2 L89 L
ConfigurationV20V20
Cylinders2020
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA StationaryUnregulated
Dry weight21400 kg
OriginUnited StatesGermany