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Detroit Diesel 16V149 vs Jichai JC30D1

The Detroit Diesel 16V149 and Jichai JC30D1 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 1,051 kVA. Displacement is 39.1 L versus 30.5 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationDetroit Diesel 16V149Jichai JC30D1
Headline rating1,038 kVA1,063 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)830 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)750 kWe850 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)1,000 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)910 kWe
Displacement39.1 L30.5 L
ConfigurationV16V12
Cylinders1612
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedChina III (GB20891)
Dry weight12000 kg
OriginUSAChina