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Detroit Diesel MTU 12V2000-G81 Engine Engine

The Detroit Diesel MTU 12V2000-G81 is a 23.9 L 12-cylinder turbocharged, air to water aftercooled engine rated at 1800 rpm, producing up to 835.2 kW. It powers generator sets from MQ Power, including the 750kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set. It holds 18 L (4.8 gal) of oil and 17.5 L (4.6 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: Detroit Diesel MTU 12V2000-G81

23.9 L
Displacement
12
Cylinders
1800 rpm
Rated speed
835 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Oil capacity18.0 L
Coolant capacity17.5 L
Displacement23.9 L
Cylinders12
AspirationTurbocharged, Air to Water Aftercooled
Rated speed1800 rpm
Gross power835 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 filterFull Pressure System 3 Spin-on Full Flow find
BeltBelt Driven, Centrifugal 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 12V2000-G81?

The Detroit Diesel MTU 12V2000-G81 engine has an oil capacity of 18.0 liters.

What is the displacement of the Detroit Diesel MTU 12V2000-G81?

The Detroit Diesel MTU 12V2000-G81 has a displacement of 23.9 liters with 12 cylinders.

Which generators use the Detroit Diesel MTU 12V2000-G81 engine?

The Detroit Diesel MTU 12V2000-G81 powers 1 generator set(s), including MQ Power 750kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set.