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MTU 12V1600 DS900 Generator Set

The MTU 12V1600 DS900 is a 900 kW (1025 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a MTU 12V1600G41S 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 40 °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 94.7 dBA at 7 m.

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

Fueldiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power900 kW
Prime power820 kW
EmissionsEPA Tier 2
Oil capacity73.0 L
AlternatorLeroy-Somer LSA 50.2 M6
Voltage options208 V, 240 V, 380 V, 480 V, 600 V
Phase3
Power factor0.8
Battery group4D
Battery cranking1050 CCA
Battery voltage24 V
Battery quantity2
Coolant capacity109 L
Max ambient40 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)4521×2135×2179 mm
Dry weight4774 kg
Sound level94.7 dBA @ 7 m

Engine

MTU 12V1600G41S
Oil capacity73.0 L
Coolant capacity65.0 L
Displacement22.44 L
Aspiration4-cycle
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the MTU 12V1600G41S
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterAir cleaners—
Fuel filterN/A—
Oil filterFull flow oil filters—
BatteryBattery box and cables—
BeltBlower fan and fan drive, Radiator - unit mounted, Flexible coupling—
CoolantN/A109.0 L—
OilTotal oil system: L (gal)73.0 L—
Spark plugN/A—

Common questions

What is the power rating of the MTU 12V1600 DS900?

The MTU 12V1600 DS900 is rated 900 kW standby.

Which engine powers the MTU 12V1600 DS900?

The MTU 12V1600 DS900 is powered by the MTU 12V1600G41S engine.

Is the MTU 12V1600 DS900 diesel or gas?

The MTU 12V1600 DS900 runs on diesel.

What's the oil capacity on a MTU 12V1600 DS900?

The MTU 12V1600G41S engine in the MTU 12V1600 DS900 has an oil capacity of 73.0 liters.

Which alternator is fitted to the MTU 12V1600 DS900?

The MTU 12V1600 DS900 uses a Leroy-Somer LSA 50.2 M6 alternator.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime50%110.529.2
Prime75%155.541.1
Prime100%207.554.8

Available documents

Spec sheet — 231270 PG Spec 12V1600DS900 820kW 3E T2 60Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 231271 PG Spec 12V1600DS900 820kW 3F T2 60Hz (Rolls-Royce Group)