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MTU 6.8LT V10 Engine

The MTU 6.8LT V10 is a 6.8 L turbocharged engine rated at 1800 rpm. It powers generator sets from MTU, including the 10V0068 GS100. It holds 5.7 L (1.5 gal) of oil and 6 L (1.6 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: MTU 6.8LT V10

Part of the MTU 6.8LT engine family — 4 variants share parts & fitment.

6.8 L
Displacement
1800 rpm
Rated speed
5.7 L
Oil capacity

Engine specifications

Oil capacity5.7 L
Coolant capacity6.0 L
Displacement6.8 L
AspirationTurbocharged
Rated speed1800 rpm

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
380V312 LEAD WYEExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
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.

Common questions

What is the oil capacity of the MTU 6.8LT V10?

The MTU 6.8LT V10 engine has an oil capacity of 5.7 liters.

What is the displacement of the MTU 6.8LT V10?

The MTU 6.8LT V10 has a displacement of 6.8 liters.

Which generators use the MTU 6.8LT V10 engine?

The MTU 6.8LT V10 powers 1 generator set(s), including MTU 10V0068 GS100.