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MTU 12V1600 DS660 Generator Set

The MTU 12V1600 DS660 is a 527.2 kW (659 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a MTU 12V 1600 G70F engine. It is available at 400 V, 380 V and 415 V, 3-phase, 50 Hz and rated 951.2 A. It holds about 72.5 L (19.2 gal) of oil and 99 L (26.2 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 40 °C. The set measures 3600×1604×2121 mm (141.7×63.1×83.5 in), weighs about 4529 kg (9985 lb) and produces 109 dBA at 7 m. An integrated tank holds 740 L (195.5 gal), roughly 8 hours of runtime.

527.2 kW
Standby
21.0 L
Displacement
72.5 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power527.2 kW
Standby kVA659
Prime power480 kW
Oil capacity72.5 L
AlternatorMecc Alte HM355B2
Voltage options400 V, 380 V, 415 V
PhaseThree phase
Rated current951.2 A
Power factor0.8
Battery voltage24 V
Battery quantity2
Coolant capacity99 L
Max ambient40 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)3600×1604×2121 mm
Dry weight4529 kg
Sound level109.0 dBA @ 7 m
Fuel tank740.0 L
Tank runtime8 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

How many kW is the MTU 12V1600 DS660?

The MTU 12V1600 DS660 is rated 527.2 kW standby (659.0 kVA).

What engine is in the MTU 12V1600 DS660?

The MTU 12V1600 DS660 is powered by the MTU 12V 1600 G70F engine.

What fuel does the MTU 12V1600 DS660 use?

The MTU 12V1600 DS660 runs on diesel.

How much oil does the MTU 12V1600 DS660 take?

The MTU 12V 1600 G70F engine in the MTU 12V1600 DS660 has an oil capacity of 72.5 liters.

How much coolant does the MTU 12V1600 DS660 hold?

The MTU 12V1600 DS660 cooling system holds 99 liters (26.2 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the prime power rating of the MTU 12V1600 DS660?

The MTU 12V1600 DS660 is rated 480 kW prime (600 kVA), against 527.2 kW standby.

How loud is the MTU 12V1600 DS660?

The MTU 12V1600 DS660 is rated at 109.0 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the dry weight of the MTU 12V1600 DS660?

The MTU 12V1600 DS660 has a dry weight of 4529 kg (9984 lb).

How big is the fuel tank on the MTU 12V1600 DS660?

The MTU 12V1600 DS660 has a 740 liter (195 US gallon) fuel tank, giving about 8 hours of runtime.

What voltages is the MTU 12V1600 DS660 available in?

The MTU 12V1600 DS660 is offered in 400 V, 380 V, 415 V, Three phase-phase.

How many cold cranking amps does the MTU 12V1600 DS660 require?

The MTU 12V1600 DS660 uses 2 batteryies, 24 V each, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

Which alternator is fitted to the MTU 12V1600 DS660?

The MTU 12V1600 DS660 uses a Mecc Alte HM355B2 alternator.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
100%128.633.97
Prime128.633.97
Prime50%63.0616.66
Prime75%90.9424.02
Prime100%116.9930.91

Available documents

Spec sheet — 3237951 PG spec 12V1600DS660 600kVA 3B NOx 50Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 3238031 OE spec MTU12V1600DS660 3D 50Hz 1 16 (MTU)Spec sheet — 3238031 PG spec 12V1600DS660 659kVA 3D 50Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 660 (MTU)

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