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MTU 12V1600 GS400 Generator Set

The MTU 12V1600 GS400 is a 400 kW (500 kVA) Natural Gas, Liquid Propane standby generator set powered by a MTU 12V1600L80S engine. It is available at 240 V, 208 V, 380 V, 480 V and 600 V, single-phase and 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 5645 kg (12445 lb) and produces 90.5 dBA at 7 m.

400 kW
Standby
21.0 L
Displacement
73.0 L
Oil capacity
0
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Specifications

FuelNatural Gas, Liquid Propane
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power400 kW
Standby kVA500
EmissionsEPA Part 60 Subpart JJJJ
ControllerDigital metering
Oil capacity73.0 L
Voltage options240 V, 208 V, 380 V, 480 V, 600 V
Phase1 or 3
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 weight5645 kg
Sound level90.5 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 is the power rating of the MTU 12V1600 GS400?

The MTU 12V1600 GS400 is rated 400 kW standby (500.0 kVA).

Which engine powers the MTU 12V1600 GS400?

The MTU 12V1600 GS400 is powered by the MTU 12V1600L80S engine.

What kind of fuel does the MTU 12V1600 GS400 run on?

The MTU 12V1600 GS400 runs on Natural Gas, Liquid Propane.

What's the oil capacity on a MTU 12V1600 GS400?

The MTU 12V1600L80S engine in the MTU 12V1600 GS400 has an oil capacity of 73.0 liters.

How much coolant does the MTU 12V1600 GS400 hold?

The MTU 12V1600 GS400 cooling system holds 156 liters (41.2 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the sound level of the MTU 12V1600 GS400?

The MTU 12V1600 GS400 is rated at 90.5 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

How much does the MTU 12V1600 GS400 weigh?

The MTU 12V1600 GS400 has a dry weight of 5645 kg (12445 lb).

What voltage does the MTU 12V1600 GS400 produce?

The MTU 12V1600 GS400 is offered in 240 V, 208 V, 380 V, 480 V, 600 V, 1 or 3-phase.

What battery does the MTU 12V1600 GS400 use?

The MTU 12V1600 GS400 uses 2 batteryies, 24 V each, 1050 CCA, group 4D, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

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