Specifications
| Fuel | gas |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 60.0 Hz |
| Standby power | 50 kW |
| Standby kVA | 62 |
| Oil capacity | 6.62 L |
| Alternator | 361CSL1601 |
| Voltage options | 208 V, 240 V, 380 V, 480 V, 600 V |
| Phase | 3 |
| Rated current | 174 A |
| Power factor | 0.8 |
| Battery group | 31 |
| Battery cranking | 925 CCA |
| Battery voltage | 12 V |
| Battery quantity | 1 |
| Coolant capacity | 28.5 L |
| Max ambient | 50 °C |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 1524×914×1280 mm |
| Dry weight | 840 kg |
| Sound level | 76.0 dBA @ 7 m |
Common questions
What size generator is the MTU 8V0078 GS50?
The MTU 8V0078 GS50 is rated 50 kW standby (62.5 kVA).
Which engine powers the MTU 8V0078 GS50?
The MTU 8V0078 GS50 is powered by the MTU 6.2L engine.
Is the MTU 8V0078 GS50 diesel or gas?
The MTU 8V0078 GS50 runs on gas.
How much oil does the MTU 8V0078 GS50 take?
The MTU 6.2L engine in the MTU 8V0078 GS50 has an oil capacity of 6.62 liters.
Which alternator is fitted to the MTU 8V0078 GS50?
The MTU 8V0078 GS50 uses a 361CSL1601 alternator.
Fuel consumption
| Rating | Load | L/h | gal/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime | 50% | 30.4 | 8.03 |
| Prime | 75% | 42.5 | 11.23 |
| Prime | 100% | 56.1 | 14.82 |
| Standby | 50% | 5.2 | 1.4 |
| Standby | 75% | 7.5 | 2.0 |
| Standby | 100% | 9.9 | 2.6 |
Available documents
Spec sheet — 231085 PG Spec 8V0078GS50 50kW 3D 60Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — EngineersGuidebook (MTU)