MTU 20V 4000 G42 — Specs, Engine, Parts & Maintenance

Name: MTU 20V 4000 G42 Generator Set
Brand: MTU

MTU 20V 4000 G42 Generator Set

The MTU 20V 4000 G42 is a 2740 kW (3010 kVA) standby generator set powered by a MTU 20V 4000 G42 engine. It holds about 390 L (103.0 gal) of oil and 205 L (54.2 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 100 °C. The set weighs about 9450 kg (20834 lb) and produces 127 dBA.

2740 kW

Standby

390.0 L

Oil capacity

Document types

Specifications

Standby power	2740 kW
Oil capacity	390.0 L
Coolant capacity	205 L
Max ambient	100 °C
Dry weight	9450 kg
Sound level	127.0 dBA

Engine

MTU 20V 4000 G42

Oil capacity	390.0 L
Coolant capacity	205.0 L
Rated speed	1800 rpm

Common questions

What is the power rating of the MTU 20V 4000 G42?

The MTU 20V 4000 G42 is rated 2740 kW standby.

What engine does the MTU 20V 4000 G42 use?

The MTU 20V 4000 G42 is powered by the MTU 20V 4000 G42 engine.

What is the oil capacity of the MTU 20V 4000 G42?

The MTU 20V 4000 G42 engine in the MTU 20V 4000 G42 has an oil capacity of 390.0 liters.

Parts

Part #	Description	Qty	System
A001061/	MTU Fluids and Lubricants Specification		Service part / kit	PartsGeek
M015565/02E	Cooling system (LT circuit)	0.7	Service part / kit	PartsGeek

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.

Available documents

Reference — MTU REACH SVHC 2025-09-19-EN final (MTU)