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
| Oil capacity | 18.0 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 17.5 L |
| Displacement | 23.9 L |
| Cylinders | 12 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged, Air to Water Aftercooled |
| Rated speed | 1800 rpm |
| Gross power | 835 kW |
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| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | Dry, Dual Element | — | |||
| Fuel filter | 30 micron Racor ® fuel filter system | — | |||
| Oil filter | Full Pressure System 3 Spin-on Full Flow | — | |||
| Battery | 700 CCA | — | |||
| Belt | Belt Driven, Centrifugal | — | |||
| Spark plug | not specified | — |
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The Detroit Diesel MTU 12V2000-G81 engine has an oil capacity of 18.0 liters.
The Detroit Diesel MTU 12V2000-G81 has a displacement of 23.9 liters with 12 cylinders.
The Detroit Diesel MTU 12V2000-G81 powers 1 generator set(s), including MQ Power 750kW Containerized Diesel Generator Set.