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MTU 12V0183 GS400 Generator Set

The MTU 12V0183 GS400 is a 400 kW (500 kVA) gas standby generator set powered by a Power Solutions International 21.9L CAC engine. It is available at 240 V, 208 V, 480 V and 600 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 534 A. It holds about 47.1 L (12.4 gal) of oil and 291 L (76.9 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 4369×2760×2413 mm (172.0×108.7×95.0 in), weighs about 5228 kg (11526 lb) and produces 85.5 dBA at 7 m. The same 21.9L CAC engine also powers generator sets from Hipower.

400 kW
Standby
21.9 L
Displacement
47.1 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

Fuelgas
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power400 kW
Standby kVA500
Prime power355 kW
Oil capacity47.1 L
Alternator572RSL4029
Voltage options240 V, 208 V, 480 V, 600 V
Phase3
Rated current534 A
Power factor0.8
Battery group4D
Battery cranking1050 CCA
Battery voltage24 V
Battery quantity2
Coolant capacity291 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)4369×2760×2413 mm
Dry weight5228 kg
Sound level85.5 dBA @ 7 m

Engine

Power Solutions International 21.9L CAC
Oil capacity47.1 L
Coolant capacity52.3 L
Displacement21.9 L
AspirationTurbo
Rated speed1800 rpm

Same engine, other brands

1 brand

The Power Solutions International 21.9L CAC in this set also powers 1 generator set sold under 1 other brand. Service parts and maintenance intervals for the engine are shared; enclosure, alternator, controller and ratings are not.

BrandModels
HipowerHNG 400 T6

Recommended fluids

FluidGradeStandardAmbientCapacityNotes
FuelDiesel #2Recommended Fuel for diesel gensets (e.g. DS30, DS40, DS50, DS80, DS100, DS125, DS150, DS180, DS200, DS230, DS250, DS275, DS300, DS350, DS400, DS450, DS500)

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Voltage reconnection

VoltagePhaseConnectionLeadsNotes
208V312 LEAD WYEExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
240V112 LEADExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30 SYSTEM RATINGS connection row
240V14 LEADExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
240V312 LEAD DELTAExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
380V312 LEAD WYEExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
480V312 LEAD WYEExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
600V34 LEAD WYE DOUBLE DELTAExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Common questions

What size generator is the MTU 12V0183 GS400?

The MTU 12V0183 GS400 is rated 400 kW standby (500.0 kVA).

What engine is in the MTU 12V0183 GS400?

The MTU 12V0183 GS400 is powered by the Power Solutions International 21.9L CAC engine.

What kind of fuel does the MTU 12V0183 GS400 run on?

The MTU 12V0183 GS400 runs on gas.

What's the oil capacity on a MTU 12V0183 GS400?

The Power Solutions International 21.9L CAC engine in the MTU 12V0183 GS400 has an oil capacity of 47.1 liters.

What is the cooling system capacity of the MTU 12V0183 GS400?

The MTU 12V0183 GS400 cooling system holds 291 liters (76.9 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the continuous rating of the MTU 12V0183 GS400?

The MTU 12V0183 GS400 is rated 355 kW prime (443 kVA), against 400 kW standby.

How loud is the MTU 12V0183 GS400?

The MTU 12V0183 GS400 is rated at 85.5 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the dry weight of the MTU 12V0183 GS400?

The MTU 12V0183 GS400 has a dry weight of 5228 kg (11525 lb).

What voltage does the MTU 12V0183 GS400 produce?

The MTU 12V0183 GS400 is offered in 240 V, 208 V, 480 V, 600 V, 3-phase.

How many cold cranking amps does the MTU 12V0183 GS400 require?

The MTU 12V0183 GS400 uses 2 batteryies, 24 V each, 1050 CCA, group 4D, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

Which alternator is fitted to the MTU 12V0183 GS400?

The MTU 12V0183 GS400 uses a 572RSL4029 alternator.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime50%30.48.03
Prime75%42.511.23
Prime100%56.114.82
Standby50%5.21.4
Standby75%7.52.0
Standby100%9.92.6

Available documents

Spec sheet — 23476 PG Spec 12V0183GS400 355kW 3B 60Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 23477 PG Spec 12V0183GS400 400kW 3D 60Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — EngineersGuidebook (MTU)Spec sheet — EngineersGuidebookUpdate102017 (MTU)

This page was generated from the 4 manufacturer documents above by automated extraction; every figure shown is copied from one of them. How the data is compiled.

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