The MTU Series 2000 EXEL 1 is a 5.1 L 12-cylinder ls engine rated at 1457 rpm, producing up to 650 kW. It powers generator sets from SDMO, including the XS 1000 UC, XS 1145 UC, XS 650 UC and XS 750 UC. It holds 5.1 L (1.3 gal) of oil and 5.9 L (1.6 gal) of coolant.
Maintenance schedule
| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|
| Air filter | Standard air-filter | | — | 1000 hr | |
| Fuel filter | Fuel cooling radiator | | — | 1000 hr | |
| Oil filter | Lub oil drain pump | | — | 1000 hr | |
| Battery | Battery with cables and battery tray | | — | 1000 hr | |
| Belt | Stainless steel bellows | | — | 1000 hr | |
| Coolant | Coolant heater 220/240 V | 1000.0 L | — | 1000 hr | |
| Oil | Oil centrifuge filter | 1000.0 L | — | 1000 hr | |
| Spark plug | Electric panel CE compliance | | — | 1000 hr | |
Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.
Common questions
What is the oil capacity of the MTU Series 2000 EXEL 1?
The MTU Series 2000 EXEL 1 engine has an oil capacity of 5.1 liters.
What is the displacement of the MTU Series 2000 EXEL 1?
The MTU Series 2000 EXEL 1 has a displacement of 5.1 liters with 12 cylinders.
Which generators use the MTU Series 2000 EXEL 1 engine?
The MTU Series 2000 EXEL 1 powers 5 generator set(s), including SDMO XS 1000 UC, SDMO XS 1145 UC, SDMO XS 650 UC, SDMO XS 750 UC, SDMO XS 910 UC.
How often should you change the oil in the MTU Series 2000 EXEL 1?
The MTU Series 2000 EXEL 1 oil change interval is every 1000 hours.