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Cummins C350N6 vs Yuchai YC6TD600N-D31

The Cummins C350N6 and Yuchai YC6TD600N-D31 are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 438 kVA. Displacement is 19 L versus 19.598 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCummins C350N6Yuchai YC6TD600N-D31
Headline rating437 kVA438 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)350 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)350 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement19 L19.598 L
ConfigurationL6L6
Cylinders66
Rated speed1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA StationaryUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesChina

Choosing between Cummins C350N6 and Yuchai YC6TD600N-D31

Use this comparison as an engineering shortlist, then confirm the complete generator package against load profile, voltage, 50/60 Hz frequency, duty class, emissions rules, cooling margin, altitude, ambient temperature, enclosure design, controller features, and alternator sizing. The Yuchai YC6TD600N-D31 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.