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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 18V2000G76S 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.

1250 kW
Standby
40.2 L
Displacement
122.0 L
Oil capacity
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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 level88.4 dBA @ 7 m

Engine

MTU 18V2000G76S
Oil capacity122.0 L
Coolant capacity73.0 L
Displacement40.2 L
Aspiration4-Cycle
Rated speed1800 rpm

Filters for the MTU 18V2000G76S

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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 separatorP502404Fuel Filter, Water Separator Spin-OnMTU 0020920601, MTU 20920601, BALDWIN BF7987, SDMO 330510032 KuduParts $18.00 FridayParts $20.68

Recommended fluids

FluidGradeStandardAmbientCapacityNotes
FuelDiesel #2Recommended Fuel for diesel gensets (e.g. DS30, DS40, DS50, DS80, DS100, DS125, DS150, DS180, DS200, DS230, DS250, DS275, DS300, DS350, DS400, DS450, DS500)

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Voltage reconnection

VoltagePhaseConnectionLeadsNotes
208V312 LEAD WYEExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
240V112 LEADExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30 SYSTEM RATINGS connection row
240V14 LEADExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
240V312 LEAD DELTAExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
380V312 LEAD WYEExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
480V312 LEAD WYEExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
600V34 LEAD WYE DOUBLE DELTAExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30

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

What size generator is 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 18V2000G76S engine.

What kind of fuel does the MTU 18V2000 DS1250 run on?

The MTU 18V2000 DS1250 runs on diesel.

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

The MTU 18V2000G76S engine in the MTU 18V2000 DS1250 has an oil capacity of 122.0 liters.

What is the cooling system capacity of the MTU 18V2000 DS1250?

The MTU 18V2000 DS1250 cooling system holds 185 liters (48.9 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

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

The MTU 18V2000 DS1250 is rated 1000 kW prime (1250 kVA), against 1250 kW standby.

What is the sound level of the MTU 18V2000 DS1250?

The MTU 18V2000 DS1250 is rated at 88.4 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the dry weight of the MTU 18V2000 DS1250?

The MTU 18V2000 DS1250 has a dry weight of 9525 kg (20999 lb).

What voltages is the MTU 18V2000 DS1250 available in?

The MTU 18V2000 DS1250 is offered in 380 V, 480 V, 600 V, 4160 V, 3-phase.

What size battery does the MTU 18V2000 DS1250 need?

The MTU 18V2000 DS1250 uses 4 batteryies, 24 V each, 2800 CCA, group 8D, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

Which alternator is fitted to the MTU 18V2000 DS1250?

The MTU 18V2000 DS1250 uses a 742RSL4048 alternator.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime50%30.48.03
Prime75%42.511.23
Prime100%56.114.82
Standby50%5.21.4
Standby75%7.52.0
Standby100%9.92.6

Available documents

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-prime (MTU)Spec sheet — mtu2000-ds1250-18v-stand (MTU)

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