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MTU 12V4000G15S Engine

The MTU 12V4000G15S is a 57.2 L 12-cylinder natural engine rated at 1800 rpm, producing up to 1489 kW. It powers generator sets from MTU. It holds 260 L (68.7 gal) of oil and 160 L (42.3 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: mtu 12V4000G15S

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

57.2 L
Displacement
12
Cylinders
1800 rpm
Rated speed
1489 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Oil capacity260.0 L
Coolant capacity160.0 L
Displacement57.2 L
Cylinders12
Aspirationnatural
Rated speed1800 rpm
Gross power1489 kW

Parts cataloged across the MTU 12V4000 family

4
Part #DescriptionCategory
WM00076Air filter elementair_filter
WM00086Easy-change fuel filterfuel_filter
WM00067Oil filter elementoil_filter
3082751Reman engineother_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

2
  • 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 12V4000G15S?

The MTU 12V4000G15S engine has an oil capacity of 260.0 liters.

What is the displacement of the MTU 12V4000G15S?

The MTU 12V4000G15S has a displacement of 57.2 liters with 12 cylinders.

Which generators use the MTU 12V4000G15S engine?

The MTU 12V4000G15S powers 1 generator set(s), including MTU 12V4000G15S.