HFGenerator Engine Index

Jichai 9L26/32 vs MTU 16V4000 GS

The Jichai 9L26/32 and MTU 16V4000 GS are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. The Jichai 9L26/32 is the higher-output unit (2,813 kVA vs 2,535 kVA). Displacement is 152.9 L versus 76.3 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationJichai 9L26/32MTU 16V4000 GS
Headline rating2,813 kVA2,535 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)
Prime (50 Hz)2,250 kWe2,028 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement152.9 L76.3 L
ConfigurationL9V16
Cylinders916
Rated speed1,000 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginChinaGermany

Choosing between Jichai 9L26/32 and MTU 16V4000 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 Jichai 9L26/32 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.