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MTU 6R1600 DS300 Generator Set

The MTU 6R1600 DS300 is a 300 kW (375 kVA) diesel standby generator set powered by a MTU 6R1600G80S engine. It is available at 208 V, 240 V, 380 V, 440 V, 480 V and 600 V, 3-phase and 60 Hz. It holds about 46 L (12.2 gal) of oil and 82 L (21.7 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. Starting uses battery rated 950 CCA at 24 V. The set measures 3658×1883×1855 mm (144.0×74.1×73.0 in), weighs about 3134 kg (6909 lb) and produces 87.2 dBA at 7 m.

300 kW
Standby
10.5 L
Displacement
46.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

Fueldiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power300 kW
Standby kVA375
EmissionsTier 3
ControllerDigital Control Panel
Oil capacity46.0 L
Voltage options208 V, 240 V, 380 V, 440 V, 480 V, 600 V
Phase3
Power factor0.8
Battery cranking950 CCA
Battery voltage24V V
Coolant capacity82 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)3658×1883×1855 mm
Dry weight3134 kg
Sound level87.2 dBA @ 7 m

Engine

MTU 6R1600G80S
Oil capacity46.0 L
Coolant capacity45.0 L
Displacement10.5 L
Rated speed1800 rpm

Common questions

What size generator is the MTU 6R1600 DS300?

The MTU 6R1600 DS300 is rated 300 kW standby (375.0 kVA).

What engine does the MTU 6R1600 DS300 use?

The MTU 6R1600 DS300 is powered by the MTU 6R1600G80S engine.

Is the MTU 6R1600 DS300 diesel or gas?

The MTU 6R1600 DS300 runs on diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the MTU 6R1600 DS300?

The MTU 6R1600G80S engine in the MTU 6R1600 DS300 has an oil capacity of 46.0 liters.

What is the coolant capacity of the MTU 6R1600 DS300?

The MTU 6R1600 DS300 cooling system holds 82 liters (21.7 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the sound level of the MTU 6R1600 DS300?

The MTU 6R1600 DS300 is rated at 87.2 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the dry weight of the MTU 6R1600 DS300?

The MTU 6R1600 DS300 has a dry weight of 3134 kg (6909 lb).

What voltages is the MTU 6R1600 DS300 available in?

The MTU 6R1600 DS300 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 DS300 require?

The MTU 6R1600 DS300 uses 24V V each, 950 CCA, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Standby50%51.015.4
Standby75%66.017.5
Standby100%82.021.6

Available documents

Spec sheet — EngineersGuidebookUpdate102017 (MTU)Spec sheet — MTU-Engineers-Guidebook-2014 (MTU)Spec sheet — MTU 6R1600 DS300 300kW Standby (MTU)

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