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Caterpillar G3520C vs Jichai L20V190ZLT-2

The Caterpillar G3520C and Jichai L20V190ZLT-2 are both biogas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 2,490 kVA. Displacement is 84.2 L versus 144.6 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar G3520CJichai L20V190ZLT-2
Headline rating2,480 kVA2,500 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)1,984 kWe2,000 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)1,950 kWe
Displacement84.2 L144.6 L
ConfigurationV20V20
Cylinders2020
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,000 RPM
FuelBiogasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA StationaryUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesChina