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Caterpillar G3612 vs MWM TCG 3020 V20

The Caterpillar G3612 and MWM TCG 3020 V20 are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. The Caterpillar G3612 is the higher-output unit (3,269 kVA vs 2,875 kVA). Displacement is 221.6 L versus 89 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar G3612MWM TCG 3020 V20
Headline rating3,269 kVA2,875 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)2,615 kWe2,300 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement221.6 L89 L
ConfigurationV12V20
Cylinders1220
Rated speed1,000 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA StationaryUnregulated
Dry weight21400 kg
OriginUnited StatesGermany