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Cummins M15-G8 vs John Deere 6136CG550

The Cummins M15-G8 and John Deere 6136CG550 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 564 kVA. Displacement is 15 L versus 13.6 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCummins M15-G8John Deere 6136CG550
Headline rating563 kVA564 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)450 kWe451 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)410 kWe406 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)450 kWe444 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)410 kWe400 kWe
Displacement15 L13.6 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