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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 12V2000G85TB 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
23.9 L
Displacement
77.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Service parts for the 12V2000 DS800

Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.

Fuel system

1 required

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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

Engine

MTU 12V2000G85TB
Oil capacity77.0 L
Coolant capacity110.0 L
Displacement23.9 L
AspirationTurbocharged
Rated speed1800 rpm

Filters for the MTU 12V2000G85TB

2

Engine-mounted filters the filter manufacturers list for this engine family. These come from the engine, not from this generator set’s own parts list, so confirm against your serial number before ordering.

Listed for this engine in only one kind of machine, so they may depend on how the engine was installed:

SystemFilterDescriptionCross-references
Fuel / water separatorP502404Fuel Filter, Water Separator Spin-OnMTU 0020920601, MTU 20920601, BALDWIN BF7987, SDMO 330510032 KuduParts $18.00 FridayParts $20.68
Fuel / water separatorP552216Fuel Filter, Water Separator Spin-On Twist&DrainNAPA 3613, BALDWIN BF1216, FURUKAWA 1257972H1, CATERPILLAR 1510240 buy

Maintenance & consumables

for the MTU 12V2000G85TB
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Fuel filterFuel pipework and fuel filter8690920031 Amazon eBay $29.99 NAPA $36.31
Oil filterOil pan and filtration system—
Oil—

Recommended fluids

FluidGradeStandardAmbientCapacityNotes
FuelDiesel #2Recommended Fuel for diesel gensets (e.g. DS30, DS40, DS50, DS80, DS100, DS125, DS150, DS180, DS200, DS230, DS250, DS275, DS300, DS350, DS400, DS450, DS500)

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Voltage reconnection

VoltagePhaseConnectionLeadsNotes
208V312 LEAD WYEExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
240V112 LEADExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30 SYSTEM RATINGS connection row
240V14 LEADExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
240V312 LEAD DELTAExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
380V312 LEAD WYEExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
480V312 LEAD WYEExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
600V34 LEAD WYE DOUBLE DELTAExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

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 12V2000G85TB engine.

What fuel does the MTU 12V2000 DS800 use?

The MTU 12V2000 DS800 runs on diesel.

What's the oil capacity on a MTU 12V2000 DS800?

The MTU 12V2000G85TB engine in the MTU 12V2000 DS800 has an oil capacity of 77.0 liters.

What is the cooling system capacity of the MTU 12V2000 DS800?

The MTU 12V2000 DS800 cooling system holds 372 liters (98.3 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the continuous rating of the MTU 12V2000 DS800?

The MTU 12V2000 DS800 is rated 725 kW prime (906 kVA), against 800 kW standby.

What is the sound level of the MTU 12V2000 DS800?

The MTU 12V2000 DS800 is rated at 92.0 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

How much does the MTU 12V2000 DS800 weigh?

The MTU 12V2000 DS800 has a dry weight of 7883 kg (17379 lb).

What voltages is the MTU 12V2000 DS800 available in?

The MTU 12V2000 DS800 is offered in 208 V, 240 V, 380 V, 480 V, 600 V, 4160 V, 3-phase.

What size battery does the MTU 12V2000 DS800 need?

The MTU 12V2000 DS800 uses 4 batteryies, 24 V each, 2800 CCA, group 8D, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

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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