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MTU 12V1600 DS1000 Generator Set

The MTU 12V1600 DS1000 is a 800 kW (1000 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a MTU 12V1600G31F engine. It is available at 380 V, 400 V and 415 V, 3-phase, 50 Hz and rated 1367 A. It holds about 72.5 L (19.2 gal) of oil and 65 L (17.2 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 40 °C. The set measures 3670×2095×2525 mm (144.5×82.5×99.4 in), weighs about 5700 kg (12566 lb) and produces 77.7 dBA at 7 m. An integrated tank holds 800 L (211.3 gal), roughly 4.7 hours of runtime.

800 kW
Standby
22.44 L
Displacement
72.5 L
Oil capacity
2
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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power800 kW
Standby kVA1000
Prime power720 kW
EmissionsEPA Nonroad T2 compliant
ControllerECU 9
Oil capacity72.5 L
AlternatorLeroy-Somer LSA 49.3 L10 (Class H-class insulation)
Voltage options380 V, 400 V, 415 V
Phase3-Phase
Rated current1367 A
Power factor0.8
Battery voltage12 VDC V
Battery quantity2
Coolant capacity65 L
Max ambient40 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)3670×2095×2525 mm
Dry weight5700 kg
Sound level77.7 dBA @ 7 m
Fuel tank800.0 L
Tank runtime4.7 hr

Engine

MTU 12V1600G31F
Oil capacity72.5 L
Coolant capacity65.0 L
Displacement22.44 L
Aspirationturbocharged
Rated speed1500 rpm

Common questions

How many kW is the MTU 12V1600 DS1000?

The MTU 12V1600 DS1000 is rated 800 kW standby (1000.0 kVA).

What engine does the MTU 12V1600 DS1000 use?

The MTU 12V1600 DS1000 is powered by the MTU 12V1600G31F engine.

What kind of fuel does the MTU 12V1600 DS1000 run on?

The MTU 12V1600 DS1000 runs on diesel.

What's the oil capacity on a MTU 12V1600 DS1000?

The MTU 12V1600G31F engine in the MTU 12V1600 DS1000 has an oil capacity of 72.5 liters.

What is the coolant capacity of the MTU 12V1600 DS1000?

The MTU 12V1600 DS1000 cooling system holds 65 liters (17.2 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the prime power rating of the MTU 12V1600 DS1000?

The MTU 12V1600 DS1000 is rated 720 kW prime (900 kVA), against 800 kW standby.

What is the sound level of the MTU 12V1600 DS1000?

The MTU 12V1600 DS1000 is rated at 77.7 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the dry weight of the MTU 12V1600 DS1000?

The MTU 12V1600 DS1000 has a dry weight of 5700 kg (12566 lb).

What size fuel tank does the MTU 12V1600 DS1000 have?

The MTU 12V1600 DS1000 has a 800 liter (211 US gallon) fuel tank, giving about 4.7 hours of runtime.

What voltages is the MTU 12V1600 DS1000 available in?

The MTU 12V1600 DS1000 is offered in 380 V, 400 V, 415 V, 3-Phase-phase.

What battery does the MTU 12V1600 DS1000 use?

The MTU 12V1600 DS1000 uses 2 batteryies, 12 VDC V each, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What alternator comes on the MTU 12V1600 DS1000?

The MTU 12V1600 DS1000 uses a Leroy-Somer LSA 49.3 L10 alternator. Insulation class H-class.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime50%90.323.85
Prime75%130.034.34
Prime100%170.745.09
Standby50%99.226.21
Standby75%143.737.96
Standby100%190.750.38

Available documents

Spec sheet — 16120994 PG spec 12V1600DS1000 900kVA 3B 50Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 16120995 PG spec 12V1600DS1000 1000kVA 3D 50Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 16120996 PG spec 12V1600DS1000 900kVA 3E 50Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 16120997 PG spec 12V1600DS1000 900kVA 3F 50Hz (MTU)Reference — Diesel-Brochure-S1600-New (MTU)

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