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MTU 12V4000G15S Generator Set

The MTU 12V4000G15S is a 1350 kW (1686 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a MTU 12V4000G15S 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 2564 A. It holds about 260 L (68.7 gal) of oil and 693 L (183.1 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 40 °C. Starting uses 4 group-8 batteries rated 2800 CCA at 24 V. The set measures 5851×2565×2934 mm (230.4×101.0×115.5 in), weighs about 16917 kg (37296 lb) and produces 90.9 dBA at 7 m. An integrated tank holds 362 L (95.6 gal), roughly 96 hours of runtime.

1350 kW
Standby
57.2 L
Displacement
260.0 L
Oil capacity
2
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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power1350 kW
Standby kVA1686
Prime power1350 kW
EmissionsEPA Tier 2
ControllerDigital control panel(s)
Oil capacity260.0 L
Alternator641-S55 (4-pole, Class F insulation)
Voltage options380 V, 416 V, 440 V, 480 V, 600 V, 160 V, 12 V, 470 V, 13 V, 200 V, 800 V
Phase3
Rated current2564 A
Power factor0.8
Circuit breaker2564 A
Battery group8D
Battery cranking2800 CCA
Battery voltage24 V
Battery quantity4
Coolant capacity693.0 L
Max ambient40 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)5851×2565×2934 mm
Dry weight16917 kg
Sound level90.9 dBA @ 7 m
Fuel tank362.0 L
Tank runtime96 hr

Engine

MTU 12V4000G15S
Oil capacity260.0 L
Coolant capacity160.0 L
Displacement57.2 L
Aspirationnatural
Rated speed1800 rpm

Filters for the MTU 12V4000G15S

1

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 separatorP550849Fuel Filter, Water Separator CartridgeNAPA 3763, BALDWIN PF7928, DAVCO 102526, DAVCO 102527 FridayParts $20.90 KuduParts $39.00

Common questions

What size generator is the MTU 12V4000G15S?

The MTU 12V4000G15S is rated 1350 kW standby (1686.0 kVA).

Which engine powers the MTU 12V4000G15S?

The MTU 12V4000G15S is powered by the MTU 12V4000G15S engine.

What fuel does the MTU 12V4000G15S use?

The MTU 12V4000G15S runs on diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the MTU 12V4000G15S?

The MTU 12V4000G15S engine in the MTU 12V4000G15S has an oil capacity of 260.0 liters.

What is the coolant capacity of the MTU 12V4000G15S?

The MTU 12V4000G15S cooling system holds 693 liters (183.1 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

How loud is the MTU 12V4000G15S?

The MTU 12V4000G15S is rated at 90.9 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

How much does the MTU 12V4000G15S weigh?

The MTU 12V4000G15S has a dry weight of 16917 kg (37295 lb).

How big is the fuel tank on the MTU 12V4000G15S?

The MTU 12V4000G15S has a 362 liter (96 US gallon) fuel tank, giving about 96 hours of runtime.

What voltages is the MTU 12V4000G15S available in?

The MTU 12V4000G15S is offered in 380 V, 416 V, 440 V, 480 V, 600 V, 160 V, 3-phase.

What battery does the MTU 12V4000G15S use?

The MTU 12V4000G15S uses 4 batteryies, 24 V each, 2800 CCA, group 8D, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What alternator does the MTU 12V4000G15S use?

The MTU 12V4000G15S uses a 641-S55 alternator. It has 4 poles. Insulation class F.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime50%197.052.0
Prime75%274.072.0
Prime100%362.096.0
Standby50%197.052.0
Standby75%274.072.0
Standby100%362.096.0

Available documents

Spec sheet — 231259 PG Spec 12V4000DS1500G05 1350kW 3F T2 60Hz 40C (MTU)Reference — MTU REACH SVHC 2021-03-17-EN final (MTU)

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