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MTU 16 V 4000 G23 Generator Set

The MTU 16 V 4000 G23 is a 1798 kW standby generator set powered by a MTU 16V 4000 G23 engine. It is available at 12 V, 4000 and 50 Hz. It holds about 300 L (79.3 gal) of oil and 225 L (59.4 gal) of coolant. The same 16V 4000 G23 engine also powers generator sets from Talles.

1798 kW
Standby
4.77 L
Displacement
300.0 L
Oil capacity
4
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Service parts for the 16 V 4000 G23

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

Belts

1 required
12V4000Gx3-06Beltsee priceAmazon

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Specifications

Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power1798 kW
EmissionsTA-Luft
ControllerADEC
Oil capacity300.0 L
Voltage options12 V
Phase4000

Engine

MTU 16V 4000 G23
Oil capacity300.0 L
Coolant capacity225.0 L
Displacement4.77 L
AspirationTCI
Rated speed1500 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the MTU 16V 4000 G23
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
BeltBelt12V4000Gx3-06 Amazon eBay

Common questions

What size generator is the MTU 16 V 4000 G23?

The MTU 16 V 4000 G23 is rated 1798 kW standby.

What engine does the MTU 16 V 4000 G23 use?

The MTU 16 V 4000 G23 is powered by the MTU 16V 4000 G23 engine.

What's the oil capacity on a MTU 16 V 4000 G23?

The MTU 16V 4000 G23 engine in the MTU 16 V 4000 G23 has an oil capacity of 300.0 liters.

Troubleshooting

6

Fault codes

CodeMeaningRemedy
ADECEngine governor ADEC (ECU 7) for Series 4000 genset engines - Fault messages
003HI T-FuelContact Service.
004SS T-FuelContact Service.
005HI T-Charge Air1. Reduce power. 2. Check intercooler.
006SS T-Charge AirContact Service.
015AL L1 T-Coolant Intercooler

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing. Full MTU 16 V 4000 G23 troubleshooting guide (59 entries) →

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
12V4000Gx3-01Engine oil6Fluid Amazon eBay
12V4000Gx3-02Engine oil filterFilter Amazon eBay
12V4000Gx3-03Fuel filterFilter Amazon eBay
12V4000Gx3-04Air filterFilter Amazon eBay
12V4000Gx3-05Coolant6Fluid Amazon eBay
12V4000Gx3-06BeltBelt Amazon eBay
12V4000Gx3-07Battery60Battery Amazon eBay
12V4000Gx3-08Spark plugSpark plug Amazon eBay

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Available documents

Spec sheet — MTU 4000 series (MTU)Reference — MTU REACH SVHC 2021-03-17-EN final (MTU)Owner's manual — tp6503 (MTU)Service manual — MTU Diesel Engine Operating Instructions 12V4000 16V4000 2008 (MTU)Service manual — manuel-dentretien-moteur-mtu-12v4000g23e (MTU)Service manual — tp6503 (MTU)