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MTU 16V 4000 G23 Engine

The MTU 16V 4000 G23 is a 4.77 L 20-cylinder tci engine rated at 1500 rpm, producing up to 1965 kW. It powers generator sets from MTU and Talles, including the 16 V 4000 G23, 16V4000 DS2250, DP 2145 D5S FW and DS 2285 D5S FW. It holds 300 L (79.3 gal) of oil and 225 L (59.4 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: MTU 16V 4000 G23

Part of the MTU 16V4000 engine family — 54 variants share parts & fitment.

4.77 L
Displacement
20
Cylinders
1500 rpm
Rated speed
1965 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Oil capacity300.0 L
Coolant capacity225.0 L
Displacement4.77 L
Cylinders20
AspirationTCI
Rated speed1500 rpm
Gross power1965 kW

Generator sets powered by this engine

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Shared across brands: MTU, Talles

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Common problems

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  • 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
  • SS T-Preheat 093
    Fix: Check preheater.
  • SS T-Lube Oil 052
    Fix: Reduce power. Check engine oil level
  • SS T-Fuel 004
    Fix: Contact Service.
  • SS T-Exhaust B 022
    Fix: Contact Service.
  • SS T-Exhaust A 020
    Fix: Contact Service.
  • SS T-Coolant 068
    Fix: Allow engine to cool down. Check coolant cooler, clean if necessary. Restart engine. Contact Service.
  • SS T-Charge Air 006
    Fix: Contact Service.
  • SS P-Lube Oil 016
    Fix: 1. Check oil level, top up as necessary (→ Page 134). 2. Attempt to restart engine (→ Page 57).
  • SS P-Fuel 066
    Fix: Check fuel lines for leaks. Clean and flush fuel prefilter. Replace filter element of fuel prefilter.
  • SS P-Crankcase 064
    Fix: Replace oil separator element. Contact Service.
  • SS P-Coolant 058
    Fix: Automatic shutdown. Check coolant level.
  • SS No Starter Speed 092
    Fix: Contact Service.

Compiled from service & troubleshooting documentation across every generator set that uses the MTU 16V 4000 G23.

Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
TemperatureJacket water heater adjustable thermostat32 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

VoltagePhaseConnectionLeadsNotes
380/400/415Standard scope voltage, 50 Hz (S1600/S2000/S4000)
380/440/480Standard scope voltage, 60 Hz (S1600/S2000/S4000)
400/230Standard scope voltage, 1600 series, 50 Hz
440/480Alternator voltages, 60 Hz
480/277Standard 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 16V4000 family

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Part #DescriptionCategory
274623Cleaner, Airair_filter
274821Air Cleanerair_filter
347667Air Cleaner Assemblyair_filter
347810Air Cleanerair_filter
WM00076Air filter elementair_filter
12V4000Gx3-07Batterybattery
12V4000Gx3-06Beltbelt
347423Belt, Poly Vbelt
347429V-Beltbelt
12V4000Gx3-02Engine oil filterfilter
12V4000Gx3-03Fuel filterfilter
12V4000Gx3-04Air filterfilter
12V4000Gx3-01Engine oilfluid
12V4000Gx3-05Coolantfluid
WM00086Easy-change fuel filterfuel_filter
347442Gasket, Inletgasket
5272030080GASKETgasket
X00021730GASKETgasket
347437Tube, Upper Radiatorhose
347440Tube, Lower Radiatorhose
X-507-6Lower Radiator Hosehose
X-6006-4Upper Radiator Hosehose
279260Filter, oiloil_filter
WM00067Oil filter elementoil_filter
243273Fuse, 3 ampother_service
283645Fuse, 15 ampother_service
291207Fuse, 1.5 ampother_service
291740Rectifier or Coilother_service
A-347395-1Engine Assembly, 2000 kWother_service
A-347485Radiator Assemblyother_service
007603014102COPPER SEALING RINGseal
007603030101COPPER SEALING RINGseal
05132155SEALseal
52420300037THERMAL ACTUATOR DICHTRING AUS FKMseal
700429070000O-RINGseal
700429072000O-RINGseal
700429076000O-RINGseal
735252070000O-RINGseal
735252085001O-RINGseal
735252090000O-RINGseal
735252100000O-RINGseal
328725Voltage Regulatorsensor
347646Sensor, Liquid Levelsensor
12V4000Gx3-08Spark plugspark_plug
M128RStarterstarter
59420300059THERMAL ACTUATORthermostat

Parts cataloged across all variants of this engine family — verify the exact part fits your specific variant and serial number before ordering.

Aftermarket parts that fit this engine

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Parts listed by aftermarket suppliers as fitting this engine — leads compiled from supplier catalogs; verify the exact part for your serial number.

Also used in

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  • Belaz 75302 — Dump 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 16V 4000 G23?

The MTU 16V 4000 G23 engine has an oil capacity of 300.0 liters.

What is the displacement of the MTU 16V 4000 G23?

The MTU 16V 4000 G23 has a displacement of 4.77 liters with 20 cylinders.

Which generators use the MTU 16V 4000 G23 engine?

The MTU 16V 4000 G23 powers 5 generator set(s), including MTU 16 V 4000 G23, MTU 16V4000 DS2250, MTU DP 2145 D5S FW, MTU DS 2285 D5S FW, Talles HMW-2080 T5.

What is a common problem with the MTU 16V 4000 G23 engine?

A commonly reported issue on generators using the MTU 16V 4000 G23 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..