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MTU 20V 4000 DS3000 Generator Set

The MTU 20V 4000 DS3000 is a 3000 kW (3750 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a MTU 20V4000G94S engine. It is available at 380 V, 480 V, 600 V, 4160 V, 1247 V, 1320 V and 1380 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 5318 A. It holds about 390 L (103.0 gal) of oil and 860 L (227.2 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 47 °C. Starting uses 6 group-8 batteries rated 4200 CCA at 24 V. The set measures 7766×3099×3569 mm (305.7×122.0×140.5 in), weighs about 28357 kg (62516 lb) and produces 94.6 dBA at 7 m. An integrated tank holds N/A L (None gal), roughly N/A hours of runtime.

3000 kW
Standby
95.4 L
Displacement
390.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Service parts for the 20V 4000 DS3000

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

Air intake

1 required
M015565/01EAir filterfind

Fuel system

1 required

Oil system

1 required

Belts

1 required
0135315483Beltsee priceAmazon

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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power3000 kW
Standby kVA3750
Prime power2800 kW
EmissionsEPA Tier 2
ControllerDigital Control Panel(s)
Oil capacity390.0 L
Alternator841-VL85 (4-pole)
Voltage options480 V, 600 V, 4160 V, 1247 V, 1320 V, 1380 V
Phase3
Rated current5318 A
Power factor0.8
Battery group8D
Battery cranking4200 CCA
Battery voltage24 V
Battery quantity6
Coolant capacity860 L
Max ambient47 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)7766×3099×3569 mm
Dry weight24634 kg
Sound level94.6 dBA @ 7 m
Tank runtimeN/A hr

Engine

MTU 20V4000G94S
Oil capacity390.0 L
Coolant capacity860.0 L
Displacement95.4 L
Aspiration4-Cycle
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the MTU 20V4000G94S
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterM015565/01E buy
Fuel filterReplace fuel filter or fuel filter element (→Page 6 – 26)W1001 Amazon $902.95 eBay
Oil filterReplace engine oil filter when changing engine oil when the time limit (years) has been reached, at the latest (→Page 6 – 43)W1008 Amazon eBay
Battery
Belt0135315483 Amazon eBay
Coolant
Coolant filter
Hydraulic filter
Oil
Spark plug

Common questions

How many kW is the MTU 20V 4000 DS3000?

The MTU 20V 4000 DS3000 is rated 3000 kW standby (3750.0 kVA).

What engine is in the MTU 20V 4000 DS3000?

The MTU 20V 4000 DS3000 is powered by the MTU 20V4000G94S engine.

What kind of fuel does the MTU 20V 4000 DS3000 run on?

The MTU 20V 4000 DS3000 runs on diesel.

How much oil does the MTU 20V 4000 DS3000 take?

The MTU 20V4000G94S engine in the MTU 20V 4000 DS3000 has an oil capacity of 390.0 liters.

What alternator comes on the MTU 20V 4000 DS3000?

The MTU 20V 4000 DS3000 uses a 841-VL85 alternator. It has 4 poles.

What oil filter fits the MTU 20V 4000 DS3000?

The MTU 20V 4000 DS3000 uses oil filter part number W1008.

What fuel filter does the MTU 20V 4000 DS3000 use?

The MTU 20V 4000 DS3000 uses fuel filter part number W1001.

Which air filter part number does the MTU 20V 4000 DS3000 take?

The MTU 20V 4000 DS3000 uses air filter part number M015565/01E.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
F30377769Puller for injector removal1Puller Amazon eBay
F30378403Injector installation jig1Jig Amazon eBay
F6555197Lever for force-in lever1Lever Amazon eBay
F6557952Force-in lever for injector installation1Lever Amazon eBay
F6557991Puller bracket1Bracket Amazon eBay
W1001Fuel filter or new fuel filter insertFuel filter Amazon $902.95 eBay
W1002Check valve clearance (→Page 6 – 10)Valve gear Amazon eBay
W1003Replace air filter (→Page 6 – 36)Air filter Amazon eBay
W1005Air filtersAir filter Amazon eBay
W1008Engine oil filter2Oil filter Amazon eBay
W1009Centrifugal oil filter (if fitted)Centrifugal oil filter Amazon eBay $83.68
W1011Combustion chambersCombustion chambers Amazon eBay
W1038Overhaul exhaust turbocharger (→Workshop Manual)Exhaust turbocharger Amazon eBay
W1051Overhaul fuel delivery pump (→Workshop Manual)Fuel delivery pump Amazon eBay
W1055Overhaul cylinder heads, visually inspect piston crowns and running pattern of cylinder liners (→Workshop Manual)Cylinder head Amazon eBay
W1063Overhaul cylinder heads. Visually inspect piston crowns and wear pattern on cylinder liner running surfaces.Cylinder heads Amazon eBay
W2004Fit new high-pressure sensor in fuel system.Component maintenance Amazon eBay
W2005Check engine coolant thermostat and replace thermal actuator (→Workshop Manual)Thermostat Amazon eBay
W2006Check engine coolant thermostat and fit new thermal actuator.Component maintenance Amazon eBay
W2007Check charge-air coolant thermostat and fit new thermal actuator.Component maintenance Amazon eBay
W2009Inspect centrifugal oil filter for wear (if fitted).Component maintenance Amazon eBay
W2010Overhaul starter.Component maintenance Amazon eBay
W2062Fit new sealing materials for all components disassembled.Component maintenance Amazon eBay
W3000Completely disassemble the engine. Inspect engine components as per Maintenance Manual instructions and repair or fit new components as required.Extended component maintenance Amazon eBay
0135315483Connector pliers1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
A001061/MTU Fluids and Lubricants SpecificationService part / kit buy
F6555766Barring tool1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
M015565/01EAir Filter1Service part / kit buy
M015715/00EService part / kit buy
MTU-015715/00ESpecial toolsService part / kit buy
MTU-06-08Safety instructionsService part / kit Amazon

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

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 — 231154 PG Spec 20V4000DS3000G04 3000kW 3D T2 60Hz 50C (MTU)Spec sheet — 231154 PG Spec 20V4000DS3000G04 3000kW 3D T2 SCAQMD 60Hz 50C (MTU)Spec sheet — 231161 PG Spec 20V4000DS3000G04 2790kW 3F T2 SCAQMD 60Hz 50C (MTU)Spec sheet — 231218 PG Spec 20V4000DS3000G04 3000kW 3D T2 SCAQMD 60Hz 45C (MTU)Spec sheet — 231219 PG Spec 20V4000DS3000G04 3000kW 3D FC 60Hz 45C (MTU)Spec sheet — 231220 PG Spec 20V4000DS3000G04 3000kW 3D FC 60Hz 50C (MTU)Spec sheet — 231243 PG Spec 20V4000DS3000G04 2800kW 3F T2 SCAQMD 60Hz 45C (MTU)Spec sheet — 231244 PG Spec 20V4000DS3000G04 2800kW 3F FC 60Hz 45C (MTU)Spec sheet — 231245 PG Spec 20V4000DS3000G04 2790kW 3F FC 60Hz 50C (MTU)Spec sheet — 231312 PG Spec 20V4000DS3000G04 3000kW 3D T4 SCAQMD 60Hz 45C (MTU)Spec sheet — 231313 PG Spec 20V4000DS3000G04 3000kW 3D T4 SCAQMD 60Hz 50C (MTU)Spec sheet — EngineersGuidebook (MTU)Spec sheet — EngineersGuidebookUpdate102017 (MTU)Spec sheet — MTU20V4000DS3000 2800kW DCCP (MTU)Spec sheet — MTU20V4000DS3000 2800kW Prime (MTU)Spec sheet — MTU 20V4000 DS3000 3000kW Standby (MTU)Spec sheet — mtu4000-ds3000-stand (MTU)
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Priced items from this model's own parts manual.

Fuel filter W1001$902.95
1 priced item$902.95
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