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MTU Detroit Diesel 12V 1600 G70S Engine Engine

The MTU Detroit Diesel 12V 1600 G70S is a 21 L 12-cylinder turbocharged, aftercooled engine rated at 1800 rpm, producing up to 822 kW. It powers generator sets from MTU Detroit Diesel, including the HMW 555 T6U. It holds 68.5 L (18.1 gal) of oil and 140 L (37.0 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: MTU Detroit Diesel 12V 1600 G70S

21.0 L
Displacement
12
Cylinders
1800 rpm
Rated speed
822 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Oil capacity68.5 L
Coolant capacity140.0 L
Displacement21.0 L
Cylinders12
AspirationTurbocharged, aftercooled
Rated speed1800 rpm
Gross power822 kW

Generator sets powered by this engine

1

Maintenance schedule

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterMedium duty - double cartridge find
Fuel filterStandard fuel filter find
Oil filterMedium duty - double cartridge find
BeltN/A find
Coolant filterN/A find

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

Common questions

What is the oil capacity of the MTU Detroit Diesel 12V 1600 G70S?

The MTU Detroit Diesel 12V 1600 G70S engine has an oil capacity of 68.5 liters.

What is the displacement of the MTU Detroit Diesel 12V 1600 G70S?

The MTU Detroit Diesel 12V 1600 G70S has a displacement of 21.0 liters with 12 cylinders.

Which generators use the MTU Detroit Diesel 12V 1600 G70S engine?

The MTU Detroit Diesel 12V 1600 G70S powers 1 generator set(s), including MTU Detroit Diesel HMW 555 T6U.