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Kubota Z482-E3B-CHN-1 vs Mitsubishi L3E-Z562SD

The Kubota Z482-E3B-CHN-1 and Mitsubishi L3E-Z562SD are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 8 kVA. Displacement is 0.479 L versus 0.95 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationKubota Z482-E3B-CHN-1Mitsubishi L3E-Z562SD
Headline rating8 kVA8 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)6 kWe6.3 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)6 kWe5.4 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement0.479 L0.95 L
ConfigurationL2L3
Cylinders23
Rated speed3,000 RPM1,485 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedEuro Stage V
Dry weight90 kg
OriginJapanJapan

Choosing between Kubota Z482-E3B-CHN-1 and Mitsubishi L3E-Z562SD

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.