Specifications
| Fuel | Diesel #2 |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 60.0 Hz |
| Standby power | 250 kW |
| Standby kVA | 312 |
| Prime power | 230 kW |
| Emissions | EPA Tier 3 |
| Oil capacity | 46.0 L |
| Alternator | 432CSL6210 (4-pole) |
| 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 | 86.6 dBA @ 7 m |
Engine
| Oil capacity | 46.0 L |
|---|---|
| Coolant capacity | 82.0 L |
| Displacement | 10.5 L |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged, aftercooled |
| Rated speed | 1800 rpm |
Same engine, other brands
1 brandThe MTU 6R1600G70S 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 T6U |
Maintenance & consumables
for the MTU 6R1600G70S| 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 size generator is the MTU 6R1600 DS250?
The MTU 6R1600 DS250 is rated 250 kW standby (312.0 kVA).
What engine does the MTU 6R1600 DS250 use?
The MTU 6R1600 DS250 is powered by the MTU 6R1600G70S engine.
What fuel does the MTU 6R1600 DS250 use?
The MTU 6R1600 DS250 runs on Diesel #2.
What is the oil capacity of the MTU 6R1600 DS250?
The MTU 6R1600G70S engine in the MTU 6R1600 DS250 has an oil capacity of 46.0 liters.
How much coolant does the MTU 6R1600 DS250 hold?
The MTU 6R1600 DS250 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 DS250?
The MTU 6R1600 DS250 is rated 230 kW prime (287 kVA), against 250 kW standby.
What is the sound level of the MTU 6R1600 DS250?
The MTU 6R1600 DS250 is rated at 86.6 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
What is the dry weight of the MTU 6R1600 DS250?
The MTU 6R1600 DS250 has a dry weight of 3134 kg (6909 lb).
What voltage does the MTU 6R1600 DS250 produce?
The MTU 6R1600 DS250 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 DS250 require?
The MTU 6R1600 DS250 uses 24 V each, 950 CCA, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
Which alternator is fitted to the MTU 6R1600 DS250?
The MTU 6R1600 DS250 uses a 432CSL6210 alternator. It has 4 poles.
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% | 38.0 | 10.0 |
| Prime | 75% | 53.0 | 14.0 |
| Prime | 100% | 67.0 | 17.7 |
| Standby | 50% | 42.0 | 11.0 |
| Standby | 75% | 57.0 | 15.2 |
| Standby | 100% | 70.0 | 18.5 |
Available documents
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