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MTU 12 V 4000 G63 Generator Set

The MTU 12 V 4000 G63 is a 1575 kW standby generator set powered by a MTU 12V 4000 G63 engine. It is available at 12 V, 4000 and 50 Hz. It holds about 260 L (68.7 gal) of oil and 160 L (42.3 gal) of coolant. The set weighs about 6200 kg (13669 lb). The same 12V 4000 G63 engine also powers generator sets from Talles.

1575 kW
Standby
4.77 L
Displacement
260.0 L
Oil capacity
4
Document types

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Service parts for the 12 V 4000 G63

Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.

Air intake

1 required
12V4000Gx3-04Air filtersee priceAmazon

Fuel system

1 required
12V4000Gx3-03Fuel filtersee priceAmazon

Oil system

2 required
12V4000Gx3-02Oil filtersee priceAmazon
12V4000Gx3-01Oilsee priceAmazon

Belts

1 required
12V4000Gx3-06Beltsee priceAmazon

Cooling system

1 required
12V4000Gx3-05Coolantsee priceAmazon

Electrical

1 required
12V4000Gx3-07Batterysee priceAmazon

Ignition

1 required
12V4000Gx3-08Spark plugsee priceAmazon

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Specifications

Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power1575 kW
EmissionsTA-Luft
ControllerADEC
Oil capacity260.0 L
Voltage options12 V
Phase4000
Dry weight6200 kg

Engine

MTU 12V 4000 G63
Oil capacity260.0 L
Coolant capacity160.0 L
Displacement4.77 L
AspirationTCI
Rated speed1500 rpm

Filters & service parts

model family
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter12V4000Gx3-04500 hr Amazon eBay
Fuel filter12V4000Gx3-03500 hr Amazon eBay
Oil filter12V4000Gx3-02500 hr Amazon eBay
Battery12V4000Gx3-07500 hr Amazon eBay
Belt12V4000Gx3-06500 hr Amazon eBay
Coolant6.0 L12V4000Gx3-05500 hr Amazon eBay
Coolant filter
Oil6.0 L12V4000Gx3-01500 hr Amazon eBay
Spark plug12V4000Gx3-08500 hr Amazon eBay

Compiled from this model's family documentation — may include parts for closely-related variants. Confirm the exact part for your serial number.

Common questions

How many kW is the MTU 12 V 4000 G63?

The MTU 12 V 4000 G63 is rated 1575 kW standby.

What engine is in the MTU 12 V 4000 G63?

The MTU 12 V 4000 G63 is powered by the MTU 12V 4000 G63 engine.

What's the oil capacity on a MTU 12 V 4000 G63?

The MTU 12V 4000 G63 engine in the MTU 12 V 4000 G63 has an oil capacity of 260.0 liters.

Which oil filter part number does the MTU 12 V 4000 G63 take?

The MTU 12 V 4000 G63 uses oil filter part number 12V4000Gx3-02.

What fuel filter does the MTU 12 V 4000 G63 use?

The MTU 12 V 4000 G63 uses fuel filter part number 12V4000Gx3-03.

What air filter fits the MTU 12 V 4000 G63?

The MTU 12 V 4000 G63 uses air filter part number 12V4000Gx3-04.

Troubleshooting

6

Fault codes

CodeMeaningRemedy
003Preliminary warning: fuel temperature too high.Contact Service.
004Main warning: fuel temperature too high; engine stop.Contact Service.
005Preliminary warning: charge-air temperature too high.Reduce power. Check intercooler.
006Main warning: charge-air temperature too high; engine stop.Reduce power. Check intercooler.
009Preliminary warning: coolant Intercooler temperature in intercooler too low.Reduce power.
010Main warning: charge-air coolant temperature too high; engine stop.Reduce power.

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing. Full MTU 12 V 4000 G63 troubleshooting guide (80 entries) →

Parts

31model family
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
01200209aAdjustable pointer1Sensor Amazon
01200211aSealing ring1Seal Amazon
04000115aO-ring1O ring Amazon
075001552Sealing ring1Seal Amazon
07500158aSealing ring1Seal Amazon
07500159Sealing ring1Seal Amazon
07500211aScrew, Adapter (3)1Fastener Amazon eBay
08300029bGasket1Gasket Amazon eBay
08300126aEasy-change filter1Filter Amazon eBay
1250007Rubber sleeve1Rubber sleeve Amazon
12V4000Gx3-01Engine oil6Fluid Amazon eBay
12V4000Gx3-02Engine oil filterFilter Amazon eBay
12V4000Gx3-03Fuel filterFilter Amazon eBay
12V4000Gx3-04Air filterFilter Amazon eBay
12V4000Gx3-05Coolant6Fluid Amazon eBay
12V4000Gx3-06BeltBelt Amazon eBay
12V4000Gx3-07Battery60Battery Amazon eBay
12V4000Gx3-08Spark plugSpark plug Amazon eBay
5605892099/00MTU test kit1Special tools buy
F30025896Socket wrench, 17 mm1Special tools Amazon
F30025897Socket wrench, 19 mm1Special tools Amazon
F30027336Torque wrench 6-50 Nm1Special tools Amazon eBay
F30027341Ratchet adapter1Special tools Amazon
F30039526Ring socket, 24 mm1Special tools Amazon
F6789889Installation/removal tool for injector1Special tools Amazon eBay
00000705aCrankcase and attachmentsService part / kit Amazon eBay
08000139aVent plug1Service part / kit Amazon
F30006212Ratchet1Service part / kit Amazon
F30047446Torque wrench, 60-320 Nm1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
F30510423Torque wrench, 10-60 Nm1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
F6555766Barring tool1Service part / kit Amazon eBay

Compiled from this model's family documentation — may include parts for closely-related variants. Confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Available documents

Spec sheet — MTU 4000 series (MTU)Reference — MTU REACH SVHC 2021-03-17-EN final (MTU)Owner's manual — tp6503 (MTU)Service manual — MTU Diesel Engine Operating Instructions 12V4000 16V4000 2008 (MTU)Service manual — tp6503 (MTU)