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MTU 500DS-4 Generator Set

The MTU 500DS-4 is a 440 kW (550 kVA) standby generator set powered by a Detroit Diesel 8V2000 G81 R083-7K36 engine. It is available at 120/208 V, 127/220 V, 277/480 V and 347/600 V, 3-phase and 60 Hz. It holds about 46.4 L (12.3 gal) of oil and 44 L (11.6 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. Starting uses 2 battery rated 700 CCA at 12 V. The set measures 3647×1270×2103 mm (143.6×50.0×82.8 in) and weighs about 4000 kg (8818 lb).

440 kW
Standby
15.9 L
Displacement
46.4 L
Oil capacity
0
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Specifications

Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power440 kW
Standby kVA550
Oil capacity46.4 L
AlternatorMTU 4-Pole, Rotating-Field
Voltage options120/208 V, 127/220 V, 277/480 V, 347/600 V
Phase3
Power factor0.8
Battery cranking[700, 1000] CCA
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity[2]
Coolant capacity44 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)3647×1270×2103 mm
Dry weight4000 kg

Engine

Detroit Diesel 8V2000 G81 R083-7K36
Displacement15.9 L
AspirationTurbocharged, Intercooled
Rated speed1800 rpm

Common questions

What is the power rating of the MTU 500DS-4?

The MTU 500DS-4 is rated 440 kW standby (550.0 kVA).

What engine does the MTU 500DS-4 use?

The MTU 500DS-4 is powered by the Detroit Diesel 8V2000 G81 R083-7K36 engine.

What alternator does the MTU 500DS-4 use?

The MTU 500DS-4 uses a MTU 4-Pole, Rotating-Field alternator.

Parts

2
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
291502Hose, 90 deg. elbow, 5.50 in. OD1Hose PartsGeek
343259Element, air cleaner1Air filter PartsGeek

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Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Standby25%38.110.1
Standby50%68.418.1
Standby75%101.626.8
Standby100%142.637.7

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