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Jenbacher J624 vs Jichai 16V26/32

The Jenbacher J624 and Jichai 16V26/32 are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. The Jenbacher J624 is the higher-output unit (5,634 kVA vs 5,000 kVA). Displacement is 149.7 L versus 271.8 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationJenbacher J624Jichai 16V26/32
Headline rating5,634 kVA5,000 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)4,507 kWe4,000 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement149.7 L271.8 L
ConfigurationV24V16
Cylinders2416
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,000 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginAustriaChina

Choosing between Jenbacher J624 and Jichai 16V26/32

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 J624 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.