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MTU 16V4000G83L Engine

The MTU 16V4000G83L is a 76.3 L no load to full load regulation engine rated at 1800 rpm. It powers generator sets from Kohler and MTU, including the 2500REOZD and 16V4000 DS2500. It holds 300 L (79.3 gal) of oil and 458 L (121.0 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: MTU 16V4000G83L

Part of the MTU 16V4000 engine family — 59 variants share parts & fitment.

76.3 L
Displacement
1800 rpm
Rated speed
300.0 L
Oil capacity
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Engine specifications

Oil capacity300.0 L
Coolant capacity458.0 L
Displacement76.3 L
AspirationNo Load to Full Load Regulation
Rated speed1800 rpm

Generator sets powered by this engine

2

Shared across brands: Kohler, MTU

Kohler 2500REOZDMTU 16V4000 DS2500

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Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
Other10 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B361.95mm (14.25 in.)
Other10 in. weld flange outside diameter C406.4mm (16.0 in.)
Other10 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D12, 25.40mm (1.00 in.)
Other12 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B431.80mm (17.00 in.)
Other12 in. weld flange outside diameter C482.6mm (19.0 in.)
Other12 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D12, 25.40mm (1.00 in.)
Other14 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B476.25mm (18.75 in.)
Other14 in. weld flange outside diameter C533.4mm (21.0 in.)
Other14 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D12, 28.58mm (1.13 in.)
Other16 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B539.75mm (21.25 in.)
Other16 in. weld flange outside diameter C596.9mm (23.5 in.)
Other16 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D16, 28.58mm (1.13 in.)
Other18 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B577.85mm (22.75 in.)
Other18 in. weld flange outside diameter C635.0mm (25.0 in.)
Other18 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D16, 31.75mm (1.25 in.)
Other20 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B635.00mm (25.00 in.)
Other20 in. weld flange outside diameter C698.5mm (27.5 in.)
Other20 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D20, 31.75mm (1.25 in.)
Other5 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B215.90mm (8.50 in.)
Other5 in. weld flange outside diameter C241.30mm (9.50 in.)
Other5 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D8, 22.23mm (0.88 in.)
Other6 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B254.0mm (10.0 in.)
Other6 in. weld flange outside diameter C279.4mm (11.0 in.)
Other6 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D8, 22.23mm (0.88 in.)
Other8 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B298.45mm (11.75 in.)
Other8 in. weld flange outside diameter C342.9mm (13.5 in.)
Other8 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D8, 22.23mm (0.88 in.)
OtherWeld flange angle A (10, 12, 14 in. nominal pipe size)30deg.
OtherWeld flange angle A (16, 18, 20 in. nominal pipe size)22.5deg.
OtherWeld flange angle A (5, 6, 8 in. nominal pipe size)45deg.

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
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.

Parts cataloged across the MTU 16V4000 family

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Part #DescriptionCategory
274623Cleaner, AirAir filter
274821Air CleanerAir filter
347667Air Cleaner AssemblyAir filter
347810Air CleanerAir filter
WM00076Air filter elementAir filter
12V4000Gx3-07BatteryBattery
12V4000Gx3-06BeltBelt
347423Belt, Poly VBelt
347429V-BeltBelt
12V4000Gx3-02Engine oil filterFilter
12V4000Gx3-03Fuel filterFilter
12V4000Gx3-04Air filterFilter
12V4000Gx3-01Engine oilFluid
12V4000Gx3-05CoolantFluid
WM00086Easy-change fuel filterFuel filter
347442Gasket, InletGasket
5272030080GASKETGasket
X00021730GASKETGasket
347437Tube, Upper RadiatorHose
347440Tube, Lower RadiatorHose
X-507-6Lower Radiator HoseHose
X-6006-4Upper Radiator HoseHose
279260Filter, oilOil filter
WM00067Oil filter elementOil filter
243273Fuse, 3 ampService part / kit
283645Fuse, 15 AmpService part / kit
291207Fuse, 1.5 ampService part / kit
291740Rectifier or CoilService part / kit
328725Voltage RegulatorService part / kit
A-347395-1Engine Assembly, 2000 kWService part / kit
A-347485Radiator AssemblyService part / kit
007603014102COPPER SEALING RINGSeal
007603030101COPPER SEALING RINGSeal
05132155SEALSeal
52420300037THERMAL ACTUATOR DICHTRING AUS FKMSeal
700429070000O-RINGSeal
700429072000O-RINGSeal
700429076000O-RINGSeal
735252070000O-RINGSeal
735252085001O-RINGSeal
735252090000O-RINGSeal
735252100000O-RINGSeal
347646Sensor, Liquid LevelSensor
12V4000Gx3-08Spark plugSpark plug
M128RStarterStarter
59420300059THERMAL ACTUATORThermostat

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

Also used in

1
  • Belaz 75302 — Dump Truck

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 oil capacity of the MTU 16V4000G83L?

The MTU 16V4000G83L engine has an oil capacity of 300.0 liters.

What is the displacement of the MTU 16V4000G83L?

The MTU 16V4000G83L has a displacement of 76.3 liters.

Which generators use the MTU 16V4000G83L engine?

The MTU 16V4000G83L powers 2 generator set(s), including Kohler 2500REOZD, MTU 16V4000 DS2500.