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Cummins 6BTAA5.9-G12 vs John Deere 6068HG550

The Cummins 6BTAA5.9-G12 and John Deere 6068HG550 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 186 kVA. Displacement is 5.9 L versus 6.8 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCummins 6BTAA5.9-G12John Deere 6068HG550
Headline rating188 kVA183 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)150 kWe146 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)120 kWe132 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)160 kWe159 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)128 kWe144 kWe
Displacement5.9 L6.8 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedEuro Stage V / U.S. EPA Final Tier 4
Dry weight
OriginChinaUnited States