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Waukesha VGF48GSI/GSID (P48GSI/GSID) vs Weichai 12M33D900E310NG

The Waukesha VGF48GSI/GSID (P48GSI/GSID) and Weichai 12M33D900E310NG are both natural gas generator engines in a similar power class. Both are rated at roughly 1,022 kVA. Displacement is 48 L versus 39.6 L. The table below compares their full specifications side by side.

SpecificationWaukesha VGF48GSI/GSID (P48GSI/GSID)Weichai 12M33D900E310NG
Headline rating1,031 kVA1,013 kVA
Standby (50 Hz)810 kWe
Prime (50 Hz)800 kWe
Standby (60 Hz)825 kWe864 kWe
Prime (60 Hz)750 kWe
Displacement48 L39.6 L
ConfigurationV16V12
Cylinders1612
Rated speed1,800 RPM1,500 / 1,800 RPM
FuelNatural GasNatural Gas
CoolingLiquid-CooledLiquid-Cooled
EmissionsUnregulatedUnregulated
Dry weight
OriginUnited StatesChina

Choosing between Waukesha VGF48GSI/GSID (P48GSI/GSID) and Weichai 12M33D900E310NG

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 VGF48GSI/GSID (P48GSI/GSID) has the higher headline kVA rating in this pair, but site conditions and duty cycle can still change the final recommendation.