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MTU 250-XC6DT3 Generator Set

The MTU 250-XC6DT3 is a 250 kW (250 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a MTU Series 60 (6063HV35) engine. It is available at 240 V, 208 V, 480 V and 600 V, single-phase, 60 Hz and rated 1042 A. It holds about 36 L (9.5 gal) of oil and 159 L (42.0 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. Starting uses 1 group-24 battery rated 950 CCA at 24 V. The set measures 3560×1450×2020 mm (140.2×57.1×79.5 in), weighs about 2649 kg (5840 lb) and produces 94 dBA at 1 m.

250 kW
Standby
14.0 L
Displacement
36.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power250 kW
Standby kVA250
Prime power220 kW
EmissionsTier 3
ControllerDigital, Solid State, Volts-per-Hertz Regulator
Oil capacity36.0 L
Alternator432CSL6210 / 432PSL6246 (4-pole, Class 130°C insulation)
Voltage options240 V, 208 V, 480 V, 600 V
Phase1
Rated current1042 A
Power factor1.0
Circuit breaker1042 A
Battery group24V
Battery cranking950 CCA
Battery voltage24 V
Battery quantity1
Coolant capacity159 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)3560×1450×2020 mm
Dry weight2649 kg
Sound level94.0 dBA @ 1 m
Fuel tank0.0 L
Tank runtime0 hr

Engine

MTU Series 60 (6063HV35)
Oil capacity36.0 L
Coolant capacity23.0 L
Displacement14.0 L
AspirationNatural
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the MTU Series 60 (6063HV35)
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterAir Cleaners—
Fuel filterFuel Filter—
Oil filterFull Flow Oil Filter—
BatteryBattery Box & Cables—
BeltBlower Fan & Fan Drive—
Spark plugElectric Starting Motor—

Common questions

What is the power rating of the MTU 250-XC6DT3?

The MTU 250-XC6DT3 is rated 250 kW standby (250.0 kVA).

What engine is in the MTU 250-XC6DT3?

The MTU 250-XC6DT3 is powered by the MTU Series 60 (6063HV35) engine.

What fuel does the MTU 250-XC6DT3 use?

The MTU 250-XC6DT3 runs on Diesel.

What's the oil capacity on a MTU 250-XC6DT3?

The MTU Series 60 (6063HV35) engine in the MTU 250-XC6DT3 has an oil capacity of 36.0 liters.

Which alternator is fitted to the MTU 250-XC6DT3?

The MTU 250-XC6DT3 uses a 432CSL6210 / 432PSL6246 alternator. It has 4 poles. Insulation class 130°C.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime50%8.331.0
Prime75%13.250.0
Prime100%16.864.0
Standby50%10.540.0
Standby75%15.358.0
Standby100%20.176.0

Available documents

Spec sheet — MTU 250-XC6DT3 (MTU)