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MTU 12V1600 DS800 Generator Set

The MTU 12V1600 DS800 is a 800 kW (912 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a MTU 12V1600G31S engine. It is available at 208 V, 240 V, 380 V, 480 V and 600 V, 3-phase and 60 Hz. It holds about 73 L (19.3 gal) of oil and 109 L (28.8 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 4521×2135×2179 mm (178.0×84.1×85.8 in), weighs about 4774 kg (10525 lb) and produces 95.3 dBA at 7 m.

800 kW
Standby
22.44 L
Displacement
73.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power800 kW
Prime power730 kW
EmissionsEPA Tier 2
ControllerDigital control panel
Oil capacity73.0 L
AlternatorLeroy-Somer LSA 49.3 L10 (4-pole)
Voltage options208 V, 240 V, 380 V, 480 V, 600 V
Phase3
Power factor0.8
Battery group4D
Battery cranking1050 CCA
Battery voltage24V V
Battery quantity2
Coolant capacity109 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)4521×2135×2179 mm
Dry weight4774 kg
Sound level95.3 dBA @ 7 m

Engine

MTU 12V1600G31S
Oil capacity73.0 L
Coolant capacity65.0 L
Displacement22.44 L
Rated speed1800 rpm

Common questions

What size generator is the MTU 12V1600 DS800?

The MTU 12V1600 DS800 is rated 800 kW standby.

What engine does the MTU 12V1600 DS800 use?

The MTU 12V1600 DS800 is powered by the MTU 12V1600G31S engine.

What fuel does the MTU 12V1600 DS800 use?

The MTU 12V1600 DS800 runs on diesel.

How much oil does the MTU 12V1600 DS800 take?

The MTU 12V1600G31S engine in the MTU 12V1600 DS800 has an oil capacity of 73.0 liters.

What is the cooling system capacity of the MTU 12V1600 DS800?

The MTU 12V1600 DS800 cooling system holds 109 liters (28.8 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the prime power rating of the MTU 12V1600 DS800?

The MTU 12V1600 DS800 is rated 730 kW prime (912 kVA), against 800 kW standby.

How loud is the MTU 12V1600 DS800?

The MTU 12V1600 DS800 is rated at 95.3 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the dry weight of the MTU 12V1600 DS800?

The MTU 12V1600 DS800 has a dry weight of 4774 kg (10524 lb).

What voltages is the MTU 12V1600 DS800 available in?

The MTU 12V1600 DS800 is offered in 208 V, 240 V, 380 V, 480 V, 600 V, 3-phase.

What size battery does the MTU 12V1600 DS800 need?

The MTU 12V1600 DS800 uses 2 batteryies, 24V V each, 1050 CCA, group 4D, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What alternator does the MTU 12V1600 DS800 use?

The MTU 12V1600 DS800 uses a Leroy-Somer LSA 49.3 L10 alternator. It has 4 poles.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime50%104.127.5
Prime75%139.736.9
Prime100%186.749.3

Available documents

Spec sheet — 231267 PG Spec 12V1600DS800 730kW 3E T2 60Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 231268 PG Spec 12V1600DS800 730kW 3F T2 60Hz (MTU)

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