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MTU 12V 4000 G63 Engine

Name: MTU 12V 4000 G63 Engine
Brand: MTU

The MTU 12V 4000 G63 is a 4.77 L 16-cylinder tci engine rated at 1500 rpm, producing up to 1750 kW. It powers generator sets from MTU and Talles, including the 12 V 4000 G63, 12V4000 DS2000, DP 1880 D5S FW and DS 2045 D5S FW. It holds 260 L (68.7 gal) of oil and 160 L (42.3 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: MTU 12V 4000 G63

Part of the MTU 12V4000 engine family — 62 variants share parts & fitment.

4.77 L

Displacement

Cylinders

1500 rpm

Rated speed

1750 kW

Gross power

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Engine specifications

Oil capacity	260.0 L
Coolant capacity	160.0 L
Displacement	4.77 L
Cylinders	16
Aspiration	TCI
Rated speed	1500 rpm
Gross power	1750 kW

Generator sets powered by this engine

Shared across brands: MTU, Talles

MTU 12 V 4000 G63 MTU 12V4000 DS2000MTU DP 1880 D5S FWMTU DS 2045 D5S FW Talles HMW-1785 T5

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Common problems

LO P-Fuel (Common Rail pressure < reference value; DBR fuel limitation, start of injection readjusted towards late; suction restrictor of HP fuel block jamming or HP fuel control block wiring faulty. 083
Fix: Contact Service.
HI P-Fuel (Common Rail pressure > reference value; DBR fuel limitation, start of injection readjusted towards late; suction restrictor of HP fuel block jamming or HP fuel control block wiring faulty. 082
Fix: Contact Service.
HI P-Diff. Lube Oil 025
Wiring TO 3 SD alarm configuration; short circuit or wire break on transistor output 3 (TO 3) 373 AL
Wiring TO 2 SD alarm configuration; short circuit or wire break on recirculation transistor output 2 (TO 2). 372 AL
Fix: 1. Check turbocharger valve/cabling, repair as necessary. 2. Replace ECU.
Wiring TO 1 SD alarm configuration; short circuit or wire break on turbocharger transistor output 1 (TO 1). 371 AL
Fix: 1. Check turbocharger valve/cabling, repair as necessary. 2. Replace ECU.
Violation of second limit for external temperature channel 2 point, which is read via CAN bus 072
Violation of second limit for external temperature channel 1 point, which is read via CAN bus 070
Violation of second limit for external pressure channel 2 point, which is read via CAN bus 076
Violation of second limit for external pressure channel 1 point, which is read via CAN bus 074
Violation of first limit for external temperature channel 2 | (Depending on the corresponding measuring point, which is read via CAN bus) 071
Violation of first limit for external temperature channel 1 point, which is read via CAN bus 069
Violation of first limit for external pressure channel 2 point, which is read via CAN bus 075
Violation of first limit for external pressure channel 1 point, which is read via CAN bus 073
Stop Power Stage SD alarm configuration; internal electronic fault (electronics possibly faulty: start ITS). If the ITS diagnosis result is “electronics OK 363 AL
Fix: 1. Check cabling. 2. Attempt to restart engine.

Compiled from service & troubleshooting documentation across every generator set that uses the MTU 12V 4000 G63.

Service specifications

Type	Item	Value	Unit	Condition
Temperature	Jacket water heater adjustable thermostat	32 to 55	°C

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

Voltage	Phase	Connection	Leads	Notes
380/400/415				Standard scope voltage, 50 Hz (S1600/S2000/S4000)
380/440/480				Standard scope voltage, 60 Hz (S1600/S2000/S4000)
400/230				Standard scope voltage, 1600 series, 50 Hz
440/480				Alternator voltages, 60 Hz
480/277				Standard scope voltage, 1600 series, 60 Hz

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 12V4000 family

Part #	Description	Category
WM00076	Air filter element	air_filter
WM00086	Easy-change fuel filter	fuel_filter
WM00067	Oil filter element	oil_filter
3082751	Reman engine	other_service

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

Hitachi EH3000 — Haul Truck
Hitachi EH3500 — Haul 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 12V 4000 G63?

The MTU 12V 4000 G63 engine has an oil capacity of 260.0 liters.

What is the displacement of the MTU 12V 4000 G63?

The MTU 12V 4000 G63 has a displacement of 4.77 liters with 16 cylinders.

Which generators use the MTU 12V 4000 G63 engine?

The MTU 12V 4000 G63 powers 5 generator set(s), including MTU 12 V 4000 G63, MTU 12V4000 DS2000, MTU DP 1880 D5S FW, MTU DS 2045 D5S FW, Talles HMW-1785 T5.

What is a common problem with the MTU 12V 4000 G63 engine?

A commonly reported issue on generators using the MTU 12V 4000 G63 is: LO P-Fuel (Common Rail pressure < reference value; DBR fuel limitation, start of injection readjusted towards late; suction restrictor of HP fuel block jamming or HP fuel control block wiring faulty.. Fix: Contact Service..