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Caterpillar G3612 vs MTU 20V4000 GS

The Caterpillar G3612 and MTU 20V4000 GS are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 3,219 kVA. Displacement is 221.6 L versus 95.3 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar G3612MTU 20V4000 GS
Headline rating3,269 kVA3,169 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)——
Prime (50 Hz)2,615 kWe2,535 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)——
Prime (60 Hz)——
Displacement221.6 L95.3 L
ConfigurationV12V20
Cylinders1220
Rated speed1,000 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA StationaryUnregulated
Dry weight——
OriginUnited StatesGermany
Caterpillar G3612 full specs →MTU 20V4000 GS full specs →

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