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Cummins NTAA855-G7 vs MTU 8V1600G20

The Cummins NTAA855-G7 and MTU 8V1600G20 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 413 kVA. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationCummins NTAA855-G7MTU 8V1600G20
Headline rating413 kVA413 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)330 kWe330 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)300 kWe300 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)375 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)342 kWe
Displacement14 L14 L
ConfigurationL6V8
Cylinders68
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedU.S. EPA Tier 2
Dry weight
OriginChinaGermany