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Caterpillar G3616 vs Waukesha 275GL+ 16V

The Caterpillar G3616 and Waukesha 275GL+ 16V are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 4,448 kVA. Displacement is 295.5 L versus 285 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCaterpillar G3616Waukesha 275GL+ 16V
Headline rating4,375 kVA4,520 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)3,500 kWe3,616 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement295.5 L285 L
ConfigurationV16V16
Cylinders1616
Rated speed1,000 RPM1,000 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA StationaryUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesUnited States