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MTU 12V2000 DS800 Generator Set

The MTU 12V2000 DS800 is a 800 kW (1000 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a MTU 12V2000 engine. It is available at 208 V, 240 V, 380 V, 480 V, 600 V and 4160 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 2776 A. It holds about 77 L (20.3 gal) of oil and 372 L (98.3 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. Starting uses 4 group-8 batteries rated 2800 CCA at 24 V. The set measures 4674.75×2292×2341.3 mm (184.0×90.2×92.2 in), weighs about 7883 kg (17379 lb) and produces 92 dBA at 7 m.

800 kW
Standby
77.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Service parts for the 12V2000 DS800

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Fuel system

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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power800 kW
Standby kVA1000
Prime power725 kW
EmissionsEPA Tier 2
ControllerDigital
Oil capacity77.0 L
AlternatorLeroy-Somer LSA 49.1 L11 (4-pole, Class H insulation)
Voltage options208 V, 240 V, 380 V, 480 V, 600 V, 4160 V
Phase3
Rated current2776 A
Power factor0.8
Battery group8D
Battery cranking2800 CCA
Battery voltage24 V
Battery quantity4
Coolant capacity372 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)4674×2292×2341 mm
Dry weight7883 kg
Sound level92.0 dBA @ 7 m

Maintenance & consumables

for the MTU 12V2000
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Fuel filterFuel pipework and fuel filter8690920031 Amazon eBay $29.99
Oil filterOil pan and filtration system
Oil

Common questions

How many kW is the MTU 12V2000 DS800?

The MTU 12V2000 DS800 is rated 800 kW standby (1000.0 kVA).

What engine does the MTU 12V2000 DS800 use?

The MTU 12V2000 DS800 is powered by the MTU 12V2000 engine.

What fuel does the MTU 12V2000 DS800 use?

The MTU 12V2000 DS800 runs on diesel.

Which alternator is fitted to the MTU 12V2000 DS800?

The MTU 12V2000 DS800 uses a Leroy-Somer LSA 49.1 L11 alternator. It has 4 poles. Insulation class H.

What fuel filter does the MTU 12V2000 DS800 use?

The MTU 12V2000 DS800 uses fuel filter part number 8690920031.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime50%30.48.03
Prime75%42.511.23
Prime100%56.114.82
Standby50%5.21.4
Standby75%7.52.0
Standby100%9.92.6

Available documents

Spec sheet — 231082 PG Spec 12V2000DS800 725kW 3B T2 SCAQMD 60Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 231083 PG Spec 12V2000DS800 800kW 3D T2 60Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 231083 PG Spec 12V2000DS800 800kW 3D T2 SCAQMD 60Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — EngineersGuidebook (MTU)Spec sheet — EngineersGuidebookUpdate102017 (MTU)Spec sheet — MTU-Engineers-Guidebook-2014 (MTU)Spec sheet — MTU 12V2000 DS800 725kW Prime (MTU)Spec sheet — MTU 12V2000 DS800 800kW Standby (MTU)Spec sheet — PSC 2ND POD - 28 - ssuggs@weilerengineering.org - KWRU FIlter CCC Replacement Replacement Generator Scope (Weiler Engineering)Spec sheet — mtu2000-12v-ds800-prime (MTU)Spec sheet — mtu2000-12v-ds800-stand (MTU)
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