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Jichai 6L26/32 vs MTU 12V4000 GS

The Jichai 6L26/32 and MTU 12V4000 GS are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 1,890 kVA. Displacement is 101.9 L versus 57.2 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationJichai 6L26/32MTU 12V4000 GS
Headline rating1,875 kVA1,904 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)1,500 kWe1,523 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement101.9 L57.2 L
ConfigurationL6V12
Cylinders612
Rated speed1,000 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginChinaGermany

Choosing between Jichai 6L26/32 and MTU 12V4000 GS

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 MTU 12V4000 GS has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.