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MTU 12V1600 DS650 Generator Set

The MTU 12V1600 DS650 is a 520 kW (650 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a MTU 12V 1600 G70F engine. It is available at 380 V, 400 V and 415 V, 3-phase, 50 Hz and rated 938 A. It holds about 73 L (19.3 gal) of oil and 106 L (28.0 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 3737×1899×2137 mm (147.1×74.8×84.1 in), weighs about 5249 kg (11572 lb) and produces 109 dBA at 7 m. An integrated tank holds 470 L (124.2 gal), roughly 4 hours of runtime.

520 kW
Standby
21.0 L
Displacement
73.0 L
Oil capacity
2
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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power520 kW
Standby kVA650
Prime power472 kW
EmissionsTA-Luft certified
ControllerECU 8
Oil capacity73.0 L
Alternator573RSL4033 (4-pole)
Voltage options380 V, 400 V, 415 V
Phase3
Rated current938 A
Power factor0.8
Circuit breaker4 A
Battery group4D
Battery cranking1050 CCA
Battery voltage24 V
Battery quantity2
Coolant capacity106 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)3737×1899×2137 mm
Dry weight5249 kg
Sound level77.0 dBA @ 7 m
Fuel tank470.0 L
Tank runtime4 hr

Engine

MTU 12V 1600 G70F
Oil capacity72.5 L
Coolant capacity99.0 L
Displacement21.0 L
AspirationAir charge air cooling
Rated speed1500 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the MTU 12V 1600 G70F
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter—
Fuel filter—
Oil filter—
Battery—
Belt—
Coolant—
Oil—
Spark plug—

Common questions

What is the power rating of the MTU 12V1600 DS650?

The MTU 12V1600 DS650 is rated 520 kW standby (650.0 kVA).

What engine is in the MTU 12V1600 DS650?

The MTU 12V1600 DS650 is powered by the MTU 12V 1600 G70F engine.

What kind of fuel does the MTU 12V1600 DS650 run on?

The MTU 12V1600 DS650 runs on diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the MTU 12V1600 DS650?

The MTU 12V 1600 G70F engine in the MTU 12V1600 DS650 has an oil capacity of 72.5 liters.

How much coolant does the MTU 12V1600 DS650 hold?

The MTU 12V1600 DS650 cooling system holds 106 liters (28.0 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the continuous rating of the MTU 12V1600 DS650?

The MTU 12V1600 DS650 is rated 472 kW prime (590 kVA), against 520 kW standby.

What is the sound level of the MTU 12V1600 DS650?

The MTU 12V1600 DS650 is rated at 77.0 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

How much does the MTU 12V1600 DS650 weigh?

The MTU 12V1600 DS650 has a dry weight of 5249 kg (11572 lb).

What size fuel tank does the MTU 12V1600 DS650 have?

The MTU 12V1600 DS650 has a 470 liter (124 US gallon) fuel tank, giving about 4 hours of runtime.

What voltage does the MTU 12V1600 DS650 produce?

The MTU 12V1600 DS650 is offered in 380 V, 400 V, 415 V, 3-phase.

How many cold cranking amps does the MTU 12V1600 DS650 require?

The MTU 12V1600 DS650 uses 2 batteryies, 24 V each, 1050 CCA, group 4D, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

Which alternator is fitted to the MTU 12V1600 DS650?

The MTU 12V1600 DS650 uses a 573RSL4033 alternator. It has 4 poles.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime50%65.017.2
Prime75%95.025.1
Prime100%126.033.4
Standby50%70.018.4
Standby75%100.026.4
Standby100%130.034.3

Available documents

Spec sheet — 16120972 PG spec 12V1600DS650 590kVA 3B 50Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 16120973 PG spec 12V1600DS650 650kVA 3D 50Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 16120974 PG spec 12V1600DS650 590kVA 3E 50Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 23566 PG Spec 12V1600DS650 650kVA 3D FC 50Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 23567 PG Spec 12V1600DS650 590kVA 3B FC 50Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 23568 PG Spec 12V1600DS650 590kVA 3B EO 50Hz (MTU)Reference — Diesel-Brochure-S1600-New (MTU)

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