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Jenbacher J620 vs Jichai 12V26/32

The Jenbacher J620 and Jichai 12V26/32 are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. The Jenbacher J620 is the higher-output unit (4,186 kVA vs 3,750 kVA). Displacement is 124.8 L versus 203.9 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationJenbacher J620Jichai 12V26/32
Headline rating4,186 kVA3,750 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)3,349 kWe3,000 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)3,328 kWe
Displacement124.8 L203.9 L
ConfigurationV20V12
Cylinders2012
Rated speed1,500 / 1,500 RPM1,000 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginAustriaChina

Choosing between Jenbacher J620 and Jichai 12V26/32

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 Jenbacher J620 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.