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Jichai 12V26/32 vs Waukesha 275GL+ 12V

The Jichai 12V26/32 and Waukesha 275GL+ 12V are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. The Jichai 12V26/32 is the higher-output unit (3,750 kVA vs 3,390 kVA). Displacement is 203.9 L versus 214 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationJichai 12V26/32Waukesha 275GL+ 12V
Headline rating3,750 kVA3,390 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)3,000 kWe2,712 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement203.9 L214 L
ConfigurationV12V12
Cylinders1212
Rated speed1,000 RPM1,000 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginChinaUnited States

Choosing between Jichai 12V26/32 and Waukesha 275GL+ 12V

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 Jichai 12V26/32 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.