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MTU 18V2000 DS1250 Generator Set

The MTU 18V2000 DS1250 is a 1250 kW (1562 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a MTU 18V2000B76 engine. It is available at 380 V, 480 V, 600 V and 4160 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 1899 A. It holds about 122 L (32.2 gal) of oil and 185 L (48.9 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. Starting uses 4 group-8 batteries rated 2800 CCA at 24 V. The set measures 5036×2275×2454 mm (198.3×89.6×96.6 in), weighs about 9525 kg (20999 lb) and produces 90.2 dBA at 7 m. The same 18V2000B76 engine also powers generator sets from Himoinsa.

1250 kW
Standby
40.2 L
Displacement
122.0 L
Oil capacity
2
Document types

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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power1250 kW
Standby kVA1562
Prime power1000 kW
EmissionsTier 2
ControllerDigital Control Panel
Oil capacity122.0 L
Alternator742RSL4048
Voltage options380 V, 480 V, 600 V, 4160 V
Phase3
Rated current1899 A
Power factor0.8
Battery group8D
Battery cranking2800 CCA
Battery voltage24 V
Battery quantity4
Coolant capacity185 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)5036×2275×2454 mm
Dry weight9525 kg
Sound level90.2 dBA @ 7 m

Engine

MTU 18V2000B76
Oil capacity122.0 L
Coolant capacity73.0 L
Displacement40.2 L
Aspiration4-Cycle
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the MTU 18V2000B76
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterAir Cleaners, Dry find
Fuel filterN/A8690920031 PartsGeek
Oil filterFull Flow Oil Filter find
BeltJacket Water Pump, Blower Fan and Fan Drive, Radiator - Unit Mounted find
CoolantN/A
OilTotal Oil System: L (gal) 122 (32.2)122.0 L

Common questions

What is the power rating of the MTU 18V2000 DS1250?

The MTU 18V2000 DS1250 is rated 1250 kW standby (1562.0 kVA).

What engine does the MTU 18V2000 DS1250 use?

The MTU 18V2000 DS1250 is powered by the MTU 18V2000B76 engine.

What fuel does the MTU 18V2000 DS1250 use?

The MTU 18V2000 DS1250 runs on diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the MTU 18V2000 DS1250?

The MTU 18V2000B76 engine in the MTU 18V2000 DS1250 has an oil capacity of 122.0 liters.

What alternator does the MTU 18V2000 DS1250 use?

The MTU 18V2000 DS1250 uses a 742RSL4048 alternator.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime
Prime50%133.035.0
Prime75%192.051.0
Prime100%254.067.0
Standby
Standby50%171.045.0
Standby75%251.066.0
Standby100%329.087.0

Available documents

Brochure — 16120643 PowerGeneration Solutionguide 1 2020 (MTU)Spec sheet — 23947 PG Spec 18V2000DS1250 1250kW 3D T2 60Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 23947 PG Spec 18V2000DS1250 1250kW 3D T2 SCAQMD 60Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 23948 PG Spec 18V2000DS1250 1000kW 3B FC 60Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — EngineersGuidebook (MTU)Spec sheet — EngineersGuidebookUpdate102017 (MTU)Spec sheet — MTU 18V2000-DS1250 1000kW Prime (MTU)Spec sheet — MTU 18V2000-DS1250 1250kW Standby (MTU)Spec sheet — mtu2000-ds1250-18v-stand (MTU)

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