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MTU 6R0120 DS180 Generator Set

The MTU 6R0120 DS180 is a 180 kW (225 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a Mercedes Benz OM926LA engine. It is available at 208 V, 240 V, 380 V, 480 V and 600 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 217 A. It holds about 29 L (7.7 gal) of oil and 24.1 L (6.4 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. Starting uses 1 group-31 battery rated 950 CCA at 12 V. The set measures 2580×1121×1422 mm (101.6×44.1×56.0 in), weighs about 1632 kg (3598 lb) and produces 88.8 dBA at 7 m.

180 kW
Standby
7.2 L
Displacement
29.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Service parts for the 6R0120 DS180

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

Air intake

1 required

Fuel system

1 required
A9060920205Fuel filter (primary)$25.97PartsGeek

Oil system

1 required

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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power180 kW
Standby kVA225
Prime power163 kW
EmissionsEPA Tier 3
Oil capacity29.0 L
Alternator431PSL6242
Voltage options208 V, 240 V, 380 V, 480 V, 600 V
Phase3
Rated current217 A
Power factor0.8
Battery group31
Battery cranking950 CCA
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity1
Coolant capacity24.1 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)2580×1121×1422 mm
Dry weight1632 kg
Sound level88.8 dBA @ 7 m

Engine

Mercedes Benz OM926LA
Oil capacity29.0 L
Coolant capacity10.0 L
Displacement7.2 L
AspirationNatural
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Mercedes Benz OM926LA
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterAir Cleaner0040943504 Amazon eBay $129.26 FridayParts $109.00
Fuel filterFuel Filter with Water SeparatorA9060920205 Amazon eBay $28.98 PartsGeek $25.97
Oil filterFull Flow Oil FilterA000180170964 Amazon eBay $14.00
BatteryBattery Box and Cables—
BeltFlexible Exhaust Connection—

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 is the power rating of the MTU 6R0120 DS180?

The MTU 6R0120 DS180 is rated 180 kW standby (225.0 kVA).

Which engine powers the MTU 6R0120 DS180?

The MTU 6R0120 DS180 is powered by the Mercedes Benz OM926LA engine.

What fuel does the MTU 6R0120 DS180 use?

The MTU 6R0120 DS180 runs on diesel.

What's the oil capacity on a MTU 6R0120 DS180?

The Mercedes Benz OM926LA engine in the MTU 6R0120 DS180 has an oil capacity of 29.0 liters.

What is the cooling system capacity of the MTU 6R0120 DS180?

The MTU 6R0120 DS180 cooling system holds 24.1 liters (6.4 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the prime power rating of the MTU 6R0120 DS180?

The MTU 6R0120 DS180 is rated 163 kW prime (204 kVA), against 180 kW standby.

What is the sound level of the MTU 6R0120 DS180?

The MTU 6R0120 DS180 is rated at 88.8 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the dry weight of the MTU 6R0120 DS180?

The MTU 6R0120 DS180 has a dry weight of 1632 kg (3597 lb).

What voltage does the MTU 6R0120 DS180 produce?

The MTU 6R0120 DS180 is offered in 208 V, 240 V, 380 V, 480 V, 600 V, 3-phase.

How many cold cranking amps does the MTU 6R0120 DS180 require?

The MTU 6R0120 DS180 uses 1 battery, 12 V each, 950 CCA, group 31, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What alternator comes on the MTU 6R0120 DS180?

The MTU 6R0120 DS180 uses a 431PSL6242 alternator.

Which oil filter part number does the MTU 6R0120 DS180 take?

The MTU 6R0120 DS180 uses oil filter part number A000180170964.

Which fuel filter part number does the MTU 6R0120 DS180 take?

The MTU 6R0120 DS180 uses fuel filter part number A9060920205.

What air filter does the MTU 6R0120 DS180 use?

The MTU 6R0120 DS180 uses air filter part number 0040943504.

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 — 23927 PG Spec 6R0120DS180 180kW 3D T3 60Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 23927 PG Spec 6R0120DS180 180kW 3D T3 SCAQMD 60Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — 23933 PG Spec 6R0120DS180 163kW 3B T3 SCAQMD 60Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — EngineersGuidebook (MTU)Spec sheet — EngineersGuidebookUpdate102017 (MTU)Spec sheet — MTU 6R0120-DS180 163kW Prime (MTU)Spec sheet — MTU 6R0120-DS180 180kW Standby (MTU)

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Priced items from this model's own parts manual.

Air filter 0040943504$129.26
Fuel filter (primary) A9060920205$25.97
Oil filter A000180170964$14.00
3 priced items$169.23
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