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MTU 16V4000G21 Generator Set

The MTU 16V4000G21 is a 1628 kW (2035 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a MTU 16V4000G21E engine. It is available at 415/240 V, 400/230 V and 380/220 V, 3-phase and 50 Hz. It holds about 290 L (76.6 gal) of oil, with a maximum ambient rating of 97 °C. The set measures 4320×1835×2210 mm (170.1×72.2×87.0 in) and weighs about 12203 kg (26903 lb).

1628 kW
Standby
65.0 L
Displacement
290.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Service parts for the 16V4000G21

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Fuel system

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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power1628 kW
Standby kVA2035
Prime power1480 kW
ControllerKerys, M80, Telys
Oil capacity290.0 L
AlternatorLeroy-Somer LSA512S55 (4-pole, Class H / H insulation)
Voltage options415/240 V, 400/230 V, 380/220 V
Phase3
Power factor0.8
Max ambient97 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)4320×1835×2210 mm
Dry weight12203 kg

Engine

MTU 16V4000G21E
Oil capacity230.0 L
Displacement65.0 L
AspirationTurbo, Air/Water DC
Rated speed1500 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the MTU 16V4000G21E
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterDry type air filter
Fuel filter4202934 Amazon eBay $71.49
Oil filterOil capacity carter: 230L [60.8gal]
Belt
Coolant filter
OilTotal oil capacity w/filters: 290L [76.6gal]290.0 L
Spark plug

Common questions

What size generator is the MTU 16V4000G21?

The MTU 16V4000G21 is rated 1628 kW standby (2035.0 kVA).

What engine is in the MTU 16V4000G21?

The MTU 16V4000G21 is powered by the MTU 16V4000G21E engine.

Is the MTU 16V4000G21 diesel or gas?

The MTU 16V4000G21 runs on Diesel.

How much oil does the MTU 16V4000G21 take?

The MTU 16V4000G21E engine in the MTU 16V4000G21 has an oil capacity of 230.0 liters.

What alternator comes on the MTU 16V4000G21?

The MTU 16V4000G21 uses a Leroy-Somer LSA512S55 alternator. It has 4 poles. Insulation class H / H.

Which fuel filter part number does the MTU 16V4000G21 take?

The MTU 16V4000G21 uses fuel filter part number 4202934.

Available documents

Reference — MTU REACH SVHC 2021-03-17-EN final (MTU)
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