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MTU 12V0265 GS600 Generator Set

The MTU 12V0265 GS600 is a 600 kW (750 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 and 60 Hz. 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.

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

Fuelgas
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power600 kW
Standby kVA750
Oil capacity122.0 L
AlternatorLeroy-Somer LSA 49.1 M5
Voltage options208 V, 240 V, 380 V, 480 V, 600 V, 4160 V
Phase3
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

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 is the power rating of the MTU 12V0265 GS600?

The MTU 12V0265 GS600 is rated 600 kW standby (750.0 kVA).

What engine does the MTU 12V0265 GS600 use?

The MTU 12V0265 GS600 is powered by the Power Solutions International 31.8L CAC engine.

What kind of fuel does the MTU 12V0265 GS600 run on?

The MTU 12V0265 GS600 runs on gas.

How much oil does the MTU 12V0265 GS600 take?

The Power Solutions International 31.8L CAC engine in the MTU 12V0265 GS600 has an oil capacity of 122.0 liters.

How much coolant does the MTU 12V0265 GS600 hold?

The MTU 12V0265 GS600 cooling system holds 236 liters (62.3 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the sound level of the MTU 12V0265 GS600?

The MTU 12V0265 GS600 is rated at 94.3 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the dry weight of the MTU 12V0265 GS600?

The MTU 12V0265 GS600 has a dry weight of 8500 kg (18739 lb).

What voltage does the MTU 12V0265 GS600 produce?

The MTU 12V0265 GS600 is offered in 208 V, 240 V, 380 V, 480 V, 600 V, 4160 V, 3-phase.

What size battery does the MTU 12V0265 GS600 need?

The MTU 12V0265 GS600 uses 4 batteryies, 24 V each, 2800 CCA, group 8D, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What alternator does the MTU 12V0265 GS600 use?

The MTU 12V0265 GS600 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 — 231132 PG Spec 12V0265GS600 600kW 3D 60Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — EngineersGuidebook (MTU)

This page was generated from the 2 manufacturer documents above by automated extraction; every figure shown is copied from one of them. How the data is compiled.