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Detroit Diesel MTU 16V2000 G81 Engine Engine

The Detroit Diesel MTU 16V2000 G81 is a 31.9 L 16-cylinder turbocharged, watercooled, intercooled engine rated at 1800 rpm, producing up to 1132 kW. It powers generator sets from MQ Power, including the 1000 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set. It holds 96.5 L (25.5 gal) of oil and 76 L (20.1 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: Detroit Diesel MTU 16V2000 G81

31.9 L
Displacement
16
Cylinders
1800 rpm
Rated speed
1132 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Oil capacity96.5 L
Coolant capacity76.0 L
Displacement31.9 L
Cylinders16
AspirationTurbocharged, Watercooled, Intercooled
Rated speed1800 rpm
Gross power1132 kW

Generator sets powered by this engine

1

Maintenance schedule

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterDry, Dual Element find
Fuel filter30 micron Racor ® fuel filter system find
Oil filter3 Spin-on Full Flow find
BeltBelt Driven, Centrifugal find
Coolant filterNot specified find

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

Also used in

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  • Hitachi HITACHI EH 4000 ACIII — Dump Truck

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Common questions

What is the oil capacity of the Detroit Diesel MTU 16V2000 G81?

The Detroit Diesel MTU 16V2000 G81 engine has an oil capacity of 96.5 liters.

What is the displacement of the Detroit Diesel MTU 16V2000 G81?

The Detroit Diesel MTU 16V2000 G81 has a displacement of 31.9 liters with 16 cylinders.

Which generators use the Detroit Diesel MTU 16V2000 G81 engine?

The Detroit Diesel MTU 16V2000 G81 powers 1 generator set(s), including MQ Power 1000 kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set.