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MTU 10V1600 DS550 Generator Set

The MTU 10V1600 DS550 is a 440 kW (550 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a MTU 10V1600G20F engine. It is available at 380 V, 400 V and 415 V, 3-phase, 50 Hz and rated 760 A. It holds about 61 L (16.1 gal) of oil and 99.3 L (26.2 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. Starting uses 2 group-4 batteries rated 1050 CCA at 24 V. The set measures 3416×1873×2032 mm (134.5×73.7×80.0 in), weighs about 4175 kg (9204 lb) and produces 88.3 dBA at 7 m. The same 10V1600G20F engine also powers generator sets from Force MTU Power Systems Pvt., Himoinsa, Mega Power and Shandong Superwatt Power Equipment.

440 kW
Standby
17.5 L
Displacement
61.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power440 kW
Standby kVA550
Prime power400 kW
EmissionsTA-Luft certified
Oil capacity61.0 L
Alternator572RSL4029
Voltage options380 V, 400 V, 415 V
Phase3
Rated current760 A
Power factor0.8
Battery group4D
Battery cranking1050 CCA
Battery voltage24 V
Battery quantity2
Coolant capacity99.3 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)3416×1873×2032 mm
Dry weight4175 kg
Sound level88.3 dBA @ 7 m

Engine

MTU 10V1600G20F
Oil capacity60.5 L
Coolant capacity60.0 L
Displacement17.5 L
AspirationExhaust turbo charger and water Charge air Cooling
Rated speed1500 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the MTU 10V1600G20F
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter1200 hr
Fuel filter1000 hr
Oil filter1200 hr
Battery×21000 hr
Belt1000 hr
Coolant120.0 L1000 hr
Oil61.0 L
Spark plug1000 hr

Common questions

How many kW is the MTU 10V1600 DS550?

The MTU 10V1600 DS550 is rated 440 kW standby (550.0 kVA).

Which engine powers the MTU 10V1600 DS550?

The MTU 10V1600 DS550 is powered by the MTU 10V1600G20F engine.

What kind of fuel does the MTU 10V1600 DS550 run on?

The MTU 10V1600 DS550 runs on diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the MTU 10V1600 DS550?

The MTU 10V1600G20F engine in the MTU 10V1600 DS550 has an oil capacity of 60.5 liters.

What alternator comes on the MTU 10V1600 DS550?

The MTU 10V1600 DS550 uses a 572RSL4029 alternator.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime50%58.015.2
Prime75%83.022.0
Prime100%112.029.5
Standby50%62.516.5
Standby75%82.921.9
Standby100%109.428.9

Available documents

Spec sheet — 23556 PG Spec 10V1600DS550 550kVA 3D FC 50Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 23557 PG Spec 10V1600DS550 500kVA 3B FC 50Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 23558 PG Spec 10V1600DS550 500kVA 3B EO 50Hz (MTU)