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MTU 12V1600 GS300 Generator Set

The MTU 12V1600 GS300 is a 300 kW (375 kVA) NG / LP standby generator set powered by a MTU 12V1600L80S engine. It is available at 208 V, 240 V, 380 V, 480 V and 600 V, 60 Hz. It holds about 73 L (19.3 gal) of oil and 156 L (41.2 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 3720×1865×2247 mm (146.5×73.4×88.5 in), weighs about 4545 kg (10020 lb) and produces 90.6 dBA at 7 m.

300 kW
Standby
21.0 L
Displacement
73.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

FuelNG / LP
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power300 kW
Standby kVA375
EmissionsEPA Part 60 Subpart JJJJ
ControllerDigital control panel
Oil capacity73.0 L
Alternator572RSL6425 (4-pole)
Voltage options208 V, 240 V, 380 V, 480 V, 600 V
Power factor0.8
Battery group4D
Battery cranking1050 CCA
Battery voltage24 V
Battery quantity2
Coolant capacity156 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)3720×1865×2247 mm
Dry weight4545 kg
Sound level90.6 dBA @ 7 m

Engine

MTU 12V1600L80S
Oil capacity73.0 L
Coolant capacity65.0 L
Displacement21.0 L
Aspirationturbocharged, intercooled
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the MTU 12V1600L80S
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterDry air cleaner—
Oil filterFull flow oil filter—

Common questions

What size generator is the MTU 12V1600 GS300?

The MTU 12V1600 GS300 is rated 300 kW standby (375.0 kVA).

Which engine powers the MTU 12V1600 GS300?

The MTU 12V1600 GS300 is powered by the MTU 12V1600L80S engine.

What fuel type does the MTU 12V1600 GS300 take?

The MTU 12V1600 GS300 runs on NG / LP.

How much oil does the MTU 12V1600 GS300 take?

The MTU 12V1600L80S engine in the MTU 12V1600 GS300 has an oil capacity of 73.0 liters.

What is the coolant capacity of the MTU 12V1600 GS300?

The MTU 12V1600 GS300 cooling system holds 156 liters (41.2 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

How loud is the MTU 12V1600 GS300?

The MTU 12V1600 GS300 is rated at 90.6 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

How much does the MTU 12V1600 GS300 weigh?

The MTU 12V1600 GS300 has a dry weight of 4545 kg (10019 lb).

What voltages is the MTU 12V1600 GS300 available in?

The MTU 12V1600 GS300 is offered in 208 V, 240 V, 380 V, 480 V, 600 V.

How many cold cranking amps does the MTU 12V1600 GS300 require?

The MTU 12V1600 GS300 uses 2 batteryies, 24 V each, 1050 CCA, group 4D, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What alternator does the MTU 12V1600 GS300 use?

The MTU 12V1600 GS300 uses a 572RSL6425 alternator. It has 4 poles.

Available documents

Spec sheet — 231294 PG Spec 12V1600GS300 300kW 3D 60Hz (MTU)

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