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MTU 12V0265 GS500 Generator Set

The MTU 12V0265 GS500 is a 500 kW (625 kVA) gas standby generator set powered by a Power Solutions International 31.8L CAC engine. It is available at 208 V, 240 V, 380 V, 480 V, 600 V and 4160 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 1735 A. It holds about 122 L (32.2 gal) of oil and 236 L (62.3 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. Starting uses 4 group-8 batteries rated 2800 CCA at 24 V. The set measures 4742×2222×2457 mm (186.7×87.5×96.7 in), weighs about 8500 kg (18739 lb) and produces 94.3 dBA at 7 m.

500 kW
Standby
31.8 L
Displacement
122.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

Fuelgas
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power500 kW
Standby kVA625
Oil capacity122.0 L
AlternatorLeroy-Somer LSA 49.1 M5
Voltage options208 V, 240 V, 380 V, 480 V, 600 V, 4160 V
Phase3
Rated current1735 A
Power factor0.8
Battery group8D
Battery cranking2800 CCA
Battery voltage24 V
Battery quantity4
Coolant capacity236 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)4742×2222×2457 mm
Dry weight8500 kg
Sound level94.3 dBA @ 7 m

Engine

Power Solutions International 31.8L CAC
Oil capacity122.0 L
Coolant capacity88.1 L
Displacement31.8 L
AspirationTurbo Charge-Air Cooled
Rated speed1800 rpm

Common questions

What size generator is the MTU 12V0265 GS500?

The MTU 12V0265 GS500 is rated 500 kW standby (625.0 kVA).

Which engine powers the MTU 12V0265 GS500?

The MTU 12V0265 GS500 is powered by the Power Solutions International 31.8L CAC engine.

Is the MTU 12V0265 GS500 diesel or gas?

The MTU 12V0265 GS500 runs on gas.

What is the oil capacity of the MTU 12V0265 GS500?

The Power Solutions International 31.8L CAC engine in the MTU 12V0265 GS500 has an oil capacity of 122.0 liters.

What alternator comes on the MTU 12V0265 GS500?

The MTU 12V0265 GS500 uses a Leroy-Somer LSA 49.1 M5 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 — 231130 PG Spec 12V0265GS500 500kW 3D 60Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — EngineersGuidebook (MTU)