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Hipower HMW 270 T6U Generator Set

The Hipower HMW 270 T6U is a 243 kW (321 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a MTU 6R1600G70S engine. It is available at 120/208 V and 277/480 V, 3-phase and 60 Hz. It holds about 29 L (7.7 gal) of oil and 82 L (21.7 gal) of coolant. Starting uses 2 group-2 batteries rated 800 CCA at 24 V. The set produces 73 dBA. The same 6R1600G70S engine also powers generator sets from MTU.

243 kW
Standby
10.5 L
Displacement
29.0 L
Oil capacity
1
Document types

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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power243 kW
Standby kVA321
Prime power243 kW
EmissionsTier 3
ControllerDSE7310
Oil capacity29.0 L
AlternatorStamford/AvK HCI444E
Voltage options120/208 V, 277/480 V
Phase3
Power factor0.8
Battery group2 x 75 Ah
Battery cranking800 CCA
Battery voltage24 V
Battery quantity2
Sound level73.0 dBA
Tank runtime8.34 hr

Engine

MTU 6R1600G70S
Oil capacity46.0 L
Coolant capacity82.0 L
Displacement10.5 L
AspirationTurbocharged, aftercooled
Rated speed1800 rpm

Same engine, other brands

1 brand

The MTU 6R1600G70S in this set also powers 5 generator sets sold under 1 other brand. Service parts and maintenance intervals for the engine are shared; enclosure, alternator, controller and ratings are not.

BrandModels
MTU6R1600 DS230, 6R1600 DS250, 6R1600 DS275, DS00250D6SPAH1574, MTU 6R1600 DS250

Maintenance & consumables

for the MTU 6R1600G70S
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Oil filter4-19-23—
Battery4D's—
CoolantLevel Good -35F—
OilOil level is full—

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Hipower HMW 270 T6U?

The Hipower HMW 270 T6U is rated 243 kW standby (321.0 kVA).

What engine is in the Hipower HMW 270 T6U?

The Hipower HMW 270 T6U is powered by the MTU 6R1600G70S engine.

What kind of fuel does the Hipower HMW 270 T6U run on?

The Hipower HMW 270 T6U runs on Diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the Hipower HMW 270 T6U?

The MTU 6R1600G70S engine in the Hipower HMW 270 T6U has an oil capacity of 46.0 liters.

What is the cooling system capacity of the Hipower HMW 270 T6U?

The Hipower HMW 270 T6U cooling system holds 82 liters (21.7 US gallons) for the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the sound level of the Hipower HMW 270 T6U?

The Hipower HMW 270 T6U is rated at 73.0 dBA, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What voltages is the Hipower HMW 270 T6U available in?

The Hipower HMW 270 T6U is offered in 120/208 V, 277/480 V, 3-phase.

What battery does the Hipower HMW 270 T6U use?

The Hipower HMW 270 T6U uses 2 batteryies, 24 V each, 800 CCA, group 2 x 75 Ah, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What alternator comes on the Hipower HMW 270 T6U?

The Hipower HMW 270 T6U uses a Stamford/AvK HCI444E alternator.

Parts

1
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
96727Coolant heater HOTSTART 208V/2500WService part / kit eBay

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime25%7.181.9
Prime50%9.572.53
Prime75%12.763.37
Prime100%17.014.49
Standby7.92.09
Standby50%10.82.85
Standby75%14.63.86
Standby100%18.94.99

Available documents

Parts manual — HIPOWER DS HMW-270-T6U (Hipower)

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