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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
2
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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
Rated speed1800 rpm

Common questions

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

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

What engine does the MTU 6R0120 DS180 use?

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 is the oil capacity of the MTU 6R0120 DS180?

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

What alternator does the MTU 6R0120 DS180 use?

The MTU 6R0120 DS180 uses a 431PSL6242 alternator.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime50%22.05.8
Prime75%32.28.5
Prime100%44.711.8
Standby50%23.96.3
Standby75%36.09.5
Standby100%50.013.2

Available documents

Brochure — 16120643 PowerGeneration Solutionguide 1 2020 (MTU)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 — MTU6R0120DS180 180kW Standby (MTU)Spec sheet — MTU 6R0120-DS180 163kW Prime (MTU)Spec sheet — MTU 6R0120-DS180 180kW Standby (MTU)

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