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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

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

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

Filters for the MTU 16V4000G21E

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 separatorP552006Fuel Filter, Water Separator Spin-On Twist&DrainMTU 4202934, NAPA 3645, BALDWIN BF1262, SISU 1273400331 FridayParts $42.88

Maintenance & consumables

for the MTU 16V4000G21E
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterDry type air filter—
Fuel filter4202934 Amazon eBay $71.49 NAPA $65.16
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 is the continuous rating of the MTU 16V4000G21?

The MTU 16V4000G21 is rated 1480 kW prime (1850 kVA), against 1628 kW standby.

How much does the MTU 16V4000G21 weigh?

The MTU 16V4000G21 has a dry weight of 12203 kg (26902 lb).

What voltages is the MTU 16V4000G21 available in?

The MTU 16V4000G21 is offered in 415/240 V, 400/230 V, 380/220 V, 3-phase.

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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Priced items from this model's own parts manual.

Fuel filter 4202934$65.16
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