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MTU 12V 1600 G80S Engine

The MTU 12V 1600 G80S is a 21 L 12-cylinder air charge air cooling engine rated at 1800 rpm, producing up to 668 kW. It powers generator sets from MTU, including the 12V1600 DS600 and DS 600 D6S. It holds 73 L (19.3 gal) of oil and 106 L (28.0 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: MTU 12V 1600 G80S

Part of the MTU 12V1600 engine family — 25 variants share parts & fitment.

21.0 L
Displacement
12
Cylinders
1800 rpm
Rated speed
668 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Oil capacity73.0 L
Coolant capacity106.0 L
Displacement21.0 L
Cylinders12
AspirationAir charge air cooling
Rated speed1800 rpm
Gross power668 kW

Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
TemperatureJacket water heater adjustable thermostat32 to 55°C

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Recommended fluids

FluidGradeStandardAmbientCapacityNotes
FuelDiesel #2Recommended Fuel for diesel gensets (e.g. DS30, DS40, DS50, DS80, DS100, DS125, DS150, DS180, DS200, DS230, DS250, DS275, DS300, DS350, DS400, DS450, DS500)

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Voltage reconnection

VoltagePhaseConnectionLeadsNotes
208V312 LEAD WYEExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
240V112 LEADExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30 SYSTEM RATINGS connection row
240V14 LEADExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
240V312 LEAD DELTAExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
380/400/415Standard scope voltage, 50 Hz (S1600/S2000/S4000)
380/440/480Standard scope voltage, 60 Hz (S1600/S2000/S4000)
380V312 LEAD WYEExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
400/230Standard scope voltage, 1600 series, 50 Hz
440/480Alternator voltages, 60 Hz
480/277Standard scope voltage, 1600 series, 60 Hz
480V312 LEAD WYEExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
600V34 LEAD WYE DOUBLE DELTAExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Parts cataloged across the MTU 12V1600 family

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Part #DescriptionCategory
F30011619AdapterAdapter
X00056700Reiniger (Hakupur 50/136)Cleaning agent
F30027340Ratchet adapterHand tool
F6790714DurchdrehvorrichtungHand tool
F6797426DurchdrehvorrichtungHand tool

Parts cataloged across all variants of this engine family — verify the exact part fits your specific variant and serial number before ordering.

Common questions

What is the oil capacity of the MTU 12V 1600 G80S?

The MTU 12V 1600 G80S engine has an oil capacity of 73.0 liters.

What is the displacement of the MTU 12V 1600 G80S?

The MTU 12V 1600 G80S has a displacement of 21.0 liters with 12 cylinders.

Which generators use the MTU 12V 1600 G80S engine?

The MTU 12V 1600 G80S powers 2 generator set(s), including MTU 12V1600 DS600, MTU DS 600 D6S.