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MTU 16V4000G83 3A Engine

The MTU 16V4000G83 3A is a 76.3 L engine rated at 1800 rpm. It powers generator sets from MTU, including the DB1755D6SRW. It holds 300 L (79.3 gal) of oil and 175 L (46.2 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: MTU 16V4000G83 3A

Part of the MTU 16V4000 engine family — 59 variants share parts & fitment.

76.3 L
Displacement
1800 rpm
Rated speed
300.0 L
Oil capacity
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Engine specifications

Oil capacity300.0 L
Coolant capacity175.0 L
Displacement76.3 L
Rated speed1800 rpm

Generator sets powered by this engine

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MTU DB1755D6SRW

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Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
OtherMaximum Fuel Lift3m
OtherMaximum Harmonic Content3%
PressureMaximum Allowable Back Pressure (exhaust)8.5kPa60 Hz prime rated power
SpeedSpeed Regulation±0.25%
TemperatureTemp Rise (generator)105°C40 °C ambient
VoltageVoltage Regulation±0.25%

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Recommended fluids

FluidGradeStandardAmbientCapacityNotes
FuelDiesel #22000.0 LRecommended fuel; 2,000 L (550 gallons) UL 142 certified diesel fuel tank; total fuel flow 1,200 L/hr (317 gal/hr)

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
400V34 BAR WYE50 Hz, PF 0.8
480V34 BAR WYE60 Hz, PF 0.8

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 ampService part / kit
283645Fuse, 15 AmpService part / kit
291207Fuse, 1.5 ampService part / kit
291740Rectifier or CoilService part / kit
328725Voltage RegulatorService part / kit
A-347395-1Engine Assembly, 2000 kWService part / kit
A-347485Radiator AssemblyService part / kit
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
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.

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 16V4000G83 3A?

The MTU 16V4000G83 3A engine has an oil capacity of 300.0 liters.

What is the displacement of the MTU 16V4000G83 3A?

The MTU 16V4000G83 3A has a displacement of 76.3 liters.

Which generators use the MTU 16V4000G83 3A engine?

The MTU 16V4000G83 3A powers 1 generator set(s), including MTU DB1755D6SRW.