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Googol QTA20V-EG3600 vs Kohler KD83V16

The Googol QTA20V-EG3600 and Kohler KD83V16 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. The Kohler KD83V16 is the higher-output unit (4,375 kVA vs 4,125 kVA). Displacement is 107.5 L versus 82.72 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationGoogol QTA20V-EG3600Kohler KD83V16
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)3,250 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)2,950 kWe
Displacement107.5 L82.72 L
ConfigurationV20V16
Cylinders2016
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 KD83V16

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 KD83V16 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.