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Kubota V3800DI-T-E2BG-CHN-2 vs Yanmar 4TNV98C-GGE

The Kubota V3800DI-T-E2BG-CHN-2 and Yanmar 4TNV98C-GGE are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 48 kVA. Displacement is 3.8 L versus 3.319 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationKubota V3800DI-T-E2BG-CHN-2Yanmar 4TNV98C-GGE
Headline rating48 kVA47 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)38 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)34 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)46 kWe37.5 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)42 kWe34.1 kWe
Displacement3.8 L3.319 L
ConfigurationL4L4
Cylinders44
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,800 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedEuro Stage V / U.S. EPA Final Tier 4
Dry weight
OriginJapanJapan

Choosing between Kubota V3800DI-T-E2BG-CHN-2 and Yanmar 4TNV98C-GGE

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 Kubota V3800DI-T-E2BG-CHN-2 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.