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Caterpillar G3520C vs Liyu Power LY2000AGL/M/H-WL

The Caterpillar G3520C and Liyu Power LY2000AGL/M/H-WL are both biogas generator engines in a similar power class. The Caterpillar G3520C is the higher-output unit (2,480 kVA vs 2,313 kVA). Displacement is 84.2 L versus 95.3 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar G3520CLiyu Power LY2000AGL/M/H-WL
Headline rating2,480 kVA2,313 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)1,984 kWe1,850 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)1,950 kWe
Displacement84.2 L95.3 L
ConfigurationV20V20
Cylinders2020
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelBiogasCoal Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA StationaryUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesChina

Choosing between Caterpillar G3520C and Liyu Power LY2000AGL/M/H-WL

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 G3520C has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.