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Caterpillar G3520H vs MTU 20V4000 GS

The Caterpillar G3520H and MTU 20V4000 GS are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 3,147 kVA. Displacement is 84.2 L versus 95.3 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar G3520HMTU 20V4000 GS
Headline rating3,125 kVA3,169 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)2,500 kWe2,535 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)2,490 kWe
Displacement84.2 L95.3 L
ConfigurationV20V20
Cylinders2020
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA StationaryUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesGermany