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MTU 1600 Generator Set

The MTU 1600 is a diesel generator set. It is available at 120 V and 230 V, 50 Hz.

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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Voltage options120 V, 230 V

Filters & service parts

model family
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
CoolantPower Cool ® Universal 50/50 mix8000699000 hr Amazon eBay $28.50 PartsGeek
Oiloil category 3 and 3.11000 hr

Compiled from this model's family documentation — may include parts for closely-related variants. Confirm the exact part for your serial number.

Common questions

What fuel does the MTU 1600 use?

The MTU 1600 runs on diesel.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
AMSBA310160050Radiator Hose, UpperHose PartsGeek
AMSBA310160060Radiator Hose, LowerHose PartsGeek
AN500T0149STARTER MOTORStarter PartsGeek
AN500T0194ALTERNATORAlternator PartsGeek
N008Terminal lugs - cable (1600-3000 amps only)1Terminal lug PartsGeek
X-691-34Hose, oil proof 6.50 ft.1Hose PartsGeek
0500-4485Transfer switch in UL type 3R, 12 enclosure, 1600, 2000 Amp rating, open, Door openService part / kit PartsGeek
539 01 001 10Crankcase with Housing cover and Bearing1Service part / kit PartsGeek
616 01 001 10Crankcase with Housing cover and Bearing1Service part / kit PartsGeek
616 01 001 20Crankcase with Housing cover and Bearing1Service part / kit PartsGeek
616 01 001 21Crankcase with Housing cover and Bearing1Service part / kit PartsGeek
710-09087-00BInstruction Sheet / Notice d'instructions / Foglio di istruzioni / Anleitung / Hoja de instruccionesService part / kit PartsGeek
A030L605Transfer switch in UL type 1 enclosure, 1600, 2000 Amp rating, open, Door openService part / kit PartsGeek

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 Marine Navy Brochure (MTU)Reference — A001063 04E (MTU)Service manual — MTU 1600 14 S0026 wet stacking (MTU)