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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
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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

Same engine, other brands

4 brands

The MTU 10V1600G20F in this set also powers 4 generator sets sold under 4 other brands. Service parts and maintenance intervals for the engine are shared; enclosure, alternator, controller and ratings are not.

BrandModels
Force MTU Power Systems Pvt.FM500
HimoinsaHPCW-510 T5
Mega PowerMP-550M
Shandong Superwatt Power EquipmentSML550

Maintenance & consumables

for the MTU 10V1600G20F
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter—1200 hr
Fuel filter—1000 hr
Oil filter—1200 hr
Battery×2—1000 hr
Belt—1000 hr
Coolant120.0 L—1000 hr
Oil61.0 L—
Spark plug—1000 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.

How much coolant does the MTU 10V1600 DS550 hold?

The MTU 10V1600 DS550 cooling system holds 99.3 liters (26.2 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the continuous rating of the MTU 10V1600 DS550?

The MTU 10V1600 DS550 is rated 400 kW prime (500 kVA), against 440 kW standby.

What is the sound level of the MTU 10V1600 DS550?

The MTU 10V1600 DS550 is rated at 88.3 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the dry weight of the MTU 10V1600 DS550?

The MTU 10V1600 DS550 has a dry weight of 4175 kg (9204 lb).

What voltage does the MTU 10V1600 DS550 produce?

The MTU 10V1600 DS550 is offered in 380 V, 400 V, 415 V, 3-phase.

How many cold cranking amps does the MTU 10V1600 DS550 require?

The MTU 10V1600 DS550 uses 2 batteryies, 24 V each, 1050 CCA, group 4D, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

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)

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