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Cummins 6BTAA5.9-G12 vs Yuchai YCA08230-D40

The Cummins 6BTAA5.9-G12 and Yuchai YCA08230-D40 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 188 kVA. Displacement is 5.9 L versus 7.527 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCummins 6BTAA5.9-G12Yuchai YCA08230-D40
Headline rating188 kVA188 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)150 kWe150 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)120 kWe140 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)160 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)128 kWe
Displacement5.9 L7.527 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedChina National Stage IV / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginChinaChina