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Jenbacher J624 vs Kawasaki KG-12

The Jenbacher J624 and Kawasaki KG-12 are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. The Kawasaki KG-12 is the higher-output unit (6,500 kVA vs 5,634 kVA). Displacement is 149.7 L versus 407.2 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationJenbacher J624Kawasaki KG-12
Headline rating5,634 kVA6,500 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)4,507 kWe5,200 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)5,000 kWe
Displacement149.7 L407.2 L
ConfigurationV24V12
Cylinders2412
Rated speed1,500 RPM750 / 900 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginAustriaJapan