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PSI 8.8L vs Yuchai YC4G135N-D30

The PSI 8.8L and Yuchai YC4G135N-D30 are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. The Yuchai YC4G135N-D30 is the higher-output unit (100 kVA vs 94 kVA). Displacement is 8.8 L versus 5.2 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationPSI 8.8LYuchai YC4G135N-D30
Headline rating94 kVA100 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)75 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)75 kWe80 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)80 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)80 kWe
Displacement8.8 L5.2 L
ConfigurationV8L4
Cylinders84
Rated speed1,500 / 1,800 RPM1,500 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsU.S. EPA StationaryUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesChina

Choosing between PSI 8.8L and Yuchai YC4G135N-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 YC4G135N-D30 has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.