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Lister Petter SA430G1 vs Mitsubishi S4L2-61SDH-NP2

The Lister Petter SA430G1 and Mitsubishi S4L2-61SDH-NP2 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 28 kVA. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationLister Petter SA430G1Mitsubishi S4L2-61SDH-NP2
Headline rating28 kVA27 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)22 kWe21.3 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)20 kWe18.4 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)24.2 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)22 kWe
Displacement1.758 L
ConfigurationL4
Cylinders4
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM2,970 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsEuro Stage IIUnregulated
Dry weight155 kg
OriginUnited KingdomJapan

Choosing between Lister Petter SA430G1 and Mitsubishi S4L2-61SDH-NP2

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 Lister Petter SA430G1 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.