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Cummins KT38-GA vs Scania DC16 078A 02-44

The Cummins KT38-GA and Scania DC16 078A 02-44 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 800 kVA. Displacement is 38 L versus 16.4 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCummins KT38-GAScania DC16 078A 02-44
Headline rating800 kVA800 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)640 kWe640 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)580 kWe580 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)—640 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)—580 kWe
Displacement38 L16.4 L
ConfigurationV12L8
Cylinders128
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight——
OriginChinaSweden
Cummins KT38-GA full specs →Scania DC16 078A 02-44 full specs →

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