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Googol QTA20V-EG3600 vs Kohler KD103V20

The Googol QTA20V-EG3600 and Kohler KD103V20 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. The Kohler KD103V20 is the higher-output unit (4,375 kVA vs 4,125 kVA). Displacement is 107.5 L versus 103.4 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationGoogol QTA20V-EG3600Kohler KD103V20
Headline rating4,125 kVA4,375 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)3,300 kWe3,500 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)3,000 kWe3,180 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)4,000 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)3,640 kWe
Displacement107.5 L103.4 L
ConfigurationV20V20
Cylinders2020
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingWater-AirLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsChina National Stage III / UnregulatedU.S. EPA Tier 2
Dry weight7800 kg
OriginChinaFrance

Choosing between Googol QTA20V-EG3600 and Kohler KD103V20

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 Kohler KD103V20 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.