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MTU MTU 20V4000 G44F vs Yuchai YC16VC4200-D30

The MTU MTU 20V4000 G44F and Yuchai YC16VC4200-D30 are both diesel generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 3,487 kVA. Displacement is 95.4 L versus 105.558 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationMTU MTU 20V4000 G44FYuchai YC16VC4200-D30
Headline rating3,474 kVA3,500 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)2,779 kWe2,800 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)2,526 kWe2,500 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)
Prime (60 Hz)
Displacement95.4 L105.558 L
ConfigurationV20V16
Cylinders2016
Rated speed1,500 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelDieselDiesel
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedChina National Stage III / Unregulated
Dry weight
OriginGermanyChina

Choosing between MTU MTU 20V4000 G44F and Yuchai YC16VC4200-D30

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 Yuchai YC16VC4200-D30 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.