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MTU 12V4000 DS1500 Generator Set

The MTU 12V4000 DS1500 is a 1500 kW (1875 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a MTU 12V4000G14S engine. It is available at 380 V, 416 V, 440 V, 480 V, 600 V, 4160 V, 1247 V, 1320 V and 1380 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 2659 A. It holds about 260 L (68.7 gal) of oil and 583 L (154.0 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 5876×2314×2977 mm (231.3×91.1×117.2 in), weighs about 16413 kg (36184 lb) and produces 92.2 dBA at 7 m.

1500 kW
Standby
57.2 L
Displacement
260.0 L
Oil capacity
2
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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power1500 kW
Standby kVA1875
Prime power1400 kW
EmissionsEPA Tier 2
Oil capacity260.0 L
Alternator641-S55
Voltage options380 V, 416 V, 440 V, 480 V, 600 V, 4160 V, 1247 V, 1320 V, 1380 V
Phase3
Rated current[2659, 2105, 1684, 243] A
Power factor0.8
Battery group8D
Battery cranking2800 CCA
Battery voltage24 V
Battery quantity4
Coolant capacity583 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)5876×2314×2977 mm
Dry weight16413 kg
Sound level92.2 dBA @ 7 m

Engine

MTU 12V4000G14S
Oil capacity260.0 L
Coolant capacity583.0 L
Displacement57.2 L
Aspiration4-Cycle
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the MTU 12V4000G14S
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter— find
Fuel filter— find
Oil filter— find
Belt— find
Coolant435.0 L—
Oil260.0 L—

Compatible filters for the MTU 12V4000G14S — cross-referenced via Donaldson. Options to verify against your serial number, not confirmed for this exact unit.

  • Fuel filter: Donaldson P550849

Common questions

What is the power rating of the MTU 12V4000 DS1500?

The MTU 12V4000 DS1500 is rated 1500 kW standby (1875.0 kVA).

What engine does the MTU 12V4000 DS1500 use?

The MTU 12V4000 DS1500 is powered by the MTU 12V4000G14S engine.

What fuel does the MTU 12V4000 DS1500 use?

The MTU 12V4000 DS1500 runs on diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the MTU 12V4000 DS1500?

The MTU 12V4000G14S engine in the MTU 12V4000 DS1500 has an oil capacity of 260.0 liters.

What alternator does the MTU 12V4000 DS1500 use?

The MTU 12V4000 DS1500 uses a 641-S55 alternator.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime
Prime50%189.050.0
Prime75%267.070.0
Prime100%350.093.0
Standby
Standby50%200.052.9
Standby75%285.075.4
Standby100%372.098.2

Available documents

Brochure — 16120643 PowerGeneration Solutionguide 1 2020 (MTU)Spec sheet — 231149 PG Spec 12V4000DS1500G04 1500kW 3D T2 60Hz 50C (MTU)Spec sheet — 231149 PG Spec 12V4000DS1500G04 1500kW 3D T2 SCAQMD 60Hz 50C (MTU)Spec sheet — 231156 PG Spec 12V4000DS1500G04 1400kW 3F T2 SCAQMD 60Hz 50C (MTU)Spec sheet — 231199 PG Spec 12V4000DS1500G04 1500kW 3D T2 SCAQMD 60Hz 40C (MTU)Spec sheet — 231200 PG Spec 12V4000DS1500G04 1500kW 3D FC 60Hz 40C (MTU)Spec sheet — 231201 PG Spec 12V4000DS1500G04 1500kW 3D FC 60Hz 50C (MTU)Spec sheet — 231226 PG Spec 12V4000DS1500G04 1400kW 3F T2 SCAQMD 60Hz 40C (MTU)Spec sheet — 231227 PG Spec 12V4000DS1500G04 1400kW 3F FC 60Hz 40C (MTU)Spec sheet — 231228 PG Spec 12V4000DS1500G04 1400kW 3F FC 60Hz 50C (MTU)Spec sheet — 231258 PG Spec 12V4000DS1500G05 1500kW 3D T2 60Hz 40C (MTU)Spec sheet — 231259 PG Spec 12V4000DS1500G05 1350kW 3F T2 60Hz 40C (MTU)Spec sheet — EngineersGuidebook (MTU)Spec sheet — EngineersGuidebookUpdate102017 (MTU)Spec sheet — MTU-Engineers-Guidebook-2014 (MTU)Spec sheet — MTU 12V4000 DS1500 1400kW DCCP (MTU)

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