Specifications
| Fuel | diesel |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 60.0 Hz |
| Standby power | 1492 kW |
Recommended fluids
| Fluid | Grade | Standard | Ambient | Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel | DIN EN 590 | Diesel fuel to DIN EN 590 with a min L.H.V. of 42800 kJ/kg (18390 BTU/lb); tolerance +5% per ISO 3046 |
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 16V4000-M53?
The MTU 16V4000-M53 is rated 1492 kW standby.
What engine is in the MTU 16V4000-M53?
The MTU 16V4000-M53 is powered by the MTU 16V4000M53 engine.
Is the MTU 16V4000-M53 diesel or gas?
The MTU 16V4000-M53 runs on diesel.
Fuel consumption
| Rating | Load | L/h | gal/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Continuous | 100% | 364.4 | 96.2 |
Available documents
Engine spec — 3233291 Marine spec 16V4000M53-R 1A (MTU (Rolls-Royce Group / mtu-solutions.com))