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MTU 12V2000M72 Engine Engine

The MTU 12V2000M72 is a 26.8 L 16-cylinder turbocharged engine rated at 2250 rpm, producing up to 1080 kW. It powers generator sets from MTU, including the 12V 2000 M72.

Also known as: MTU 12V2000M72

Part of the MTU 12V2000 engine family — 30 variants share parts & fitment.

26.8 L
Displacement
16
Cylinders
2250 rpm
Rated speed
1080 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Displacement26.8 L
Cylinders16
Aspirationturbocharged
Rated speed2250 rpm
Gross power1080 kW

Generator sets powered by this engine

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Common problems

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  • Temperature inside the ECU sensor exceeded the upper limit value
    Fix: Disconnect power supply, check power supply, and inspect plug connections for engine governor ECU.
  • Signal from coolant temperature sensor B6.1 on the coolant distribution housing is faulty or missing
    Fix: Check engine wiring and contacting Service for assistance.
  • Pressure increase in the HP fuel system during engine start is too low
    Fix: Check for leak-tightness and venting of the fuel system. During engine stop, pressure decrease is also too low.
  • Operating hours calculated by the ECU and stored on stopping the engine cannot be read out properly upon restarting the engine
    Fix: Contact with Service
  • Open loads detected at digital input 5 of the ECU (404 - AL Open Load Digital Input 5 PV-Number)
    Fix: Check engine wiring and plug connections for the engine governor ECU.
  • Lube oil temperature sensor B7.1 exceeded the limit value
    Fix: Check the operation of the cooler and fan.
  • Fuel pressure sensor B34.1 at the HP fuel system experienced a pressure increase that is too low
    Fix: Check fuel reserves and supply, as well as replacement of the fuel filter if necessary.
  • Faulty pressure sensor B48.1, missing oil signal, and short circuit faults in injector wiring for cylinders A2, A7, B4, A1, A6, B3, and B8
    Fix: Engine wiring check (Page 160), contact service or replace affected components (Pages 112, 160).
  • Exhaust temperature sensor B4.21 violated the upper limit value
    Fix: Check individual exhaust gas temperatures and replace the engine oil filter if necessary.
  • Excessive current engine power exceeding 1
    Fix: Check engine wiring and plug connections for the engine governor ECU.
  • ECU voltage violations (411 - LOLO U-PDU PV-Number)
    Fix: Check power supply, engine wiring, and plug connections.
  • Disruption fault in injector wiring to cylinder TO 2, TO 3, TOP 4
    Fix: Engine wiring check (Page 160), contact service or replace affected components (Pages 112, 160).
  • Differential oil pressure sensors B5.1 and B5.3 exceeded the upper limit value
    Fix: Replace the engine oil filter and inspect engine wiring.
  • Charge-air temperature sensor B9.1 exceeded the limit value
    Fix: Check the charge-air cooler coolant discharge and adjust as necessary.
  • CAN bus to plant automation system is disrupted or defective
    Fix: Observe other messages and contact with Service if necessary.

Compiled from service & troubleshooting documentation across every generator set that uses the MTU 12V2000M72.

Maintenance schedule

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterReplace1000 hr find
Fuel filterReplace8690920031500 hr PartsGeek
Oil filterReplaceF67905071000 hr eBay PartsGeek
BeltReplace1000 hr find
CoolantChange2500 hr
OilChangeF6783914 eBay PartsGeek

Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.

Parts cataloged across the MTU 12V2000 family

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Part #DescriptionCategory
X00024740LUFTFILTERair_filter
X00023803HALTER FUER LUFTFILTERair_filter_retainer
X00024699HALTER FUER LUFTFILTERair_filter_retainer
X00024744HALTER FUER LUFTFILTERair_filter_retainer
X00026862HALTER FUER LUFTFILTERair_filter_retainer
X00023512LUFTFILTER MIT GEHAEUSEair_filter_with_housing
X00026858LUFTFILTER MIT GEHAEUSEair_filter_with_housing
F6783914Barring toolbarring_tool
916016022202CLAMP, BRSGUclamp
X00041878COMPUTER ACCESSORIEScomputer_accessories
X00E50200201VERBINDUNGSKABELconnecting_cable
XS00E500.00019VERBINDUNGSKABEL F.KRAFTSTOFFILTERconnecting_cable_for_fuel_filter
XS00E500.00020VERBINDUNGSKABEL F.KRAFTSTOFFILTERconnecting_cable_for_fuel_filter
X00027177WASSERSTANDANZEIGERcool_level_display
X00030407CRANKCASEcrankcase
X00032384CRANKCASE W. SEALcrankcase
0002050165LUEFTERRADfan_wheel
0002050265LUEFTERRADfan_wheel
0002050365LUEFTERRADfan_wheel
0002050465LUEFTERRADfan_wheel
0002050765LUEFTERRADfan_wheel
0002051165LUEFTERRADfan_wheel
X00004420LUEFTERRAD FUER ASIENfan_wheel
X00006230LUEFTERRAD FUER ASIENfan_wheel
304032008014Nut, Hex M8hex_nut
0035337089BEZEICHNUNGSSCHILDidentification_plate
F6790507Alignment device used in Injector Removal and Installationinjector
X00029071SICHERUNGSSCHEIBElockwasher
000908010002PLUGoil_filter
X52218500060OELLEITUNG F.ATL,RECHTE SEITE SB OIL LINE F/TURBOCHARGER,RIGHToil_line
X52218500061OELLEITUNG F.ATL,LINKE SEITE SB OIL LINE F/TURBOCHARGER,LEFToil_line
X53518500001OELLEITUNG SB OIL LINEoil_line
000125008427WASHERother_service
0005316288FRONTRAHMEN MIT HALTER NN 62,5MM FRONTRING MIT HALTEBÜGELother_service
0005316481LAMPE MN 28V/3W, WEISS MATTother_service
0005327256DC/DC WANDLERother_service
0005335331ANZ-GERAETEZUBEHOER MN F.ALLE GERAETE 52MMother_service
0015312984SCHR-STECKVERBINDERother_service
0085311283FLACH-STECKVERBINDERother_service
0165310783BAJO-STECKVERBINDERother_service
0165310883BAJO-STECKVERBINDERother_service
0175318183BAJO-STECKVERBINDERother_service
304017008086BOLT, M8 X 45 8.8other_service
5355306734CABLE F/TEST/SERVICE UNITother_service
700425000169PLATEother_service
700425000170PLATEother_service
F30453001Angular screw driver used in Valve clearance Check and Adjustmentother_service
M015650/04EOperating Instructionsother_service
MS15019/02SManual de uso y mantenimientoother_service
X00032819OIL FILLER NECKother_service
X00039828PRESSURE GAUGE F/ENGINE OIL PRESSother_service
X00042159DIASYS2.XX;USB-DONGLE+CD;CUSTOM;other_service
X00E50200035KABEL F.PRUEF/SERV-GERAET AB 3X2X0,25QMM; Dother_service
X00023857REGENKAPPE FUER LUFTFILTERrain_shroud_for_air_filter
X00024696REGENKAPPE FUER LUFTFILTERrain_shroud_for_air_filter
X00024742REGENKAPPE FUER LUFTFILTERrain_shroud_for_air_filter
X00026860REGENKAPPE FUER LUFTFILTERrain_shroud_for_air_filter
X00031325FEDERELEMENTresilient_element
5221870440HALTERretainer
X00038018ZYLINDERSCHRAUBEscrew
X00041115SCHRAUBSTUTZEN FUER ATL-SCHMIERUNG SCREW-FITTING UNION F/TURBO LUBRICATIONscrew_fitting_union

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

Filters for this engine

  • Fuel filter: Mtu 8690920031 Donaldson P502404 Donaldson P552216 Wix 33823 Wix 33613 Ac Delco TP1004

Cross-referenced via Donaldson + OEM/engine-maker interchange — options to verify against your serial number, not confirmed for every exact variant.

Also used in

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  • Hitachi EH1100 — Haul Truck
  • Mtu 12V2000 — Engine

Other equipment known to use this engine, via filter-application cross-reference — useful for sourcing parts even when your exact machine isn't listed elsewhere on this page.

Common questions

What is the displacement of the MTU 12V2000M72?

The MTU 12V2000M72 has a displacement of 26.8 liters with 16 cylinders.

Which generators use the MTU 12V2000M72 engine?

The MTU 12V2000M72 powers 1 generator set(s), including MTU 12V 2000 M72.

What fuel filter does the MTU 12V2000M72 use?

The MTU 12V2000M72 uses fuel filter part numbers Mtu 8690920031, Donaldson P502404, Donaldson P552216.

What is a common problem with the MTU 12V2000M72 engine?

A commonly reported issue on generators using the MTU 12V2000M72 is: Temperature inside the ECU sensor exceeded the upper limit value. Fix: Disconnect power supply, check power supply, and inspect plug connections for engine governor ECU..