MAN E 3872 LE201 vs Waukesha VGF P48GSI
The MAN E 3872 LE201 and Waukesha VGF P48GSI are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. The Waukesha VGF P48GSI is the higher-output unit (938 kVA vs 883 kVA). Displacement is 29.6 L versus 48 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.
| Specification | MAN E 3872 LE201 | Waukesha VGF P48GSI |
|---|---|---|
| Headline rating | 883 kVA | 938 kVA |
| Standby (50 Hz) | — | — |
| Prime (50 Hz) | 706 kWe | — |
| Standby (60 Hz) | — | — |
| Prime (60 Hz) | — | 750 kWe |
| Displacement | 29.6 L | 48 L |
| Configuration | V12 | V16 |
| Cylinders | 12 | 16 |
| Rated speed | 1,500 RPM | 1,800 RPM |
| Fuel | Natural Gas | Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Liquid-Cooled | Liquid-Cooled |
| Emissions | Unregulated | Unregulated |
| Dry weight | — | — |
| Origin | Germany | United States |
Choosing between MAN E 3872 LE201 and Waukesha VGF P48GSI
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 Waukesha VGF P48GSI has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.