Specifications
| Fuel | Diesel |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 60.0 Hz |
| Standby power | 230 kW |
| Standby kVA | 287 |
| Prime power | 210 kW |
| Emissions | EPA Tier 3 |
| Controller | Digital Control Panel |
| Oil capacity | 46.0 L |
| Voltage options | 208 V, 240 V, 380 V, 440 V, 480 V, 600 V |
| Phase | 3 |
| Power factor | 0.8 |
| Battery cranking | 950 CCA |
| Battery voltage | 24 V |
| Coolant capacity | 82 L |
| Max ambient | 50 °C |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 3658×1883×1855 mm |
| Dry weight | 3134 kg |
| Sound level | 86.3 dBA @ 7 m |
Same engine, other brands
1 brandThe MTU 6R1600G10S in this set also powers 1 generator set sold under 1 other brand. Service parts and maintenance intervals for the engine are shared; enclosure, alternator, controller and ratings are not.
| Brand | Models |
|---|---|
| Hipower | HMW 270 T6 |
Maintenance & consumables
for the MTU 6R1600G10S| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oil filter | 4-19-23 | — | |||
| Battery | 4D's | — | |||
| Coolant | Level Good -35F | — | |||
| Oil | Oil level is full | — |
Common questions
What is the power rating of the MTU 6R1600 DS230?
The MTU 6R1600 DS230 is rated 230 kW standby (287.0 kVA).
What engine does the MTU 6R1600 DS230 use?
The MTU 6R1600 DS230 is powered by the MTU 6R1600G10S engine.
What kind of fuel does the MTU 6R1600 DS230 run on?
The MTU 6R1600 DS230 runs on Diesel.
How much oil does the MTU 6R1600 DS230 take?
The MTU 6R1600G10S engine in the MTU 6R1600 DS230 has an oil capacity of 46.0 liters.
How much coolant does the MTU 6R1600 DS230 hold?
The MTU 6R1600 DS230 cooling system holds 82 liters (21.7 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
What is the continuous rating of the MTU 6R1600 DS230?
The MTU 6R1600 DS230 is rated 210 kW prime (262 kVA), against 230 kW standby.
What is the sound level of the MTU 6R1600 DS230?
The MTU 6R1600 DS230 is rated at 86.3 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
What is the dry weight of the MTU 6R1600 DS230?
The MTU 6R1600 DS230 has a dry weight of 3134 kg (6909 lb).
What voltages is the MTU 6R1600 DS230 available in?
The MTU 6R1600 DS230 is offered in 208 V, 240 V, 380 V, 440 V, 480 V, 600 V, 3-phase.
How many cold cranking amps does the MTU 6R1600 DS230 require?
The MTU 6R1600 DS230 uses 24 V each, 950 CCA, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
Parts
1| Part # | Description | Qty | System | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 96727 | Coolant heater HOTSTART 208V/2500W | Service part / kit | eBay |
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.
Fuel consumption
| Rating | Load | L/h | gal/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime | 50% | 35.0 | 9.3 |
| Prime | 75% | 49.0 | 12.9 |
| Prime | 100% | 62.0 | 16.4 |
| Standby | 50% | 39.0 | 10.2 |
| Standby | 75% | 54.0 | 14.2 |
| Standby | 100% | 66.0 | 17.5 |
Available documents
This page was generated from the 4 manufacturer documents above by automated extraction; every figure shown is copied from one of them. How the data is compiled.