Specifications
| Fuel | Natural Gas |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 60.0 Hz |
| Standby power | 50 kW |
| Standby kVA | 62 |
| Emissions | Tier 3 |
| 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 is the power rating of the MTU 8V0078 GS50?
The MTU 8V0078 GS50 is rated 50 kW standby (62.5 kVA).
What engine does the MTU 8V0078 GS50 use?
The MTU 8V0078 GS50 is powered by the MTU 6.2L engine.
What fuel does the MTU 8V0078 GS50 use?
The MTU 8V0078 GS50 runs on Natural Gas.
What is the oil capacity of the MTU 8V0078 GS50?
The MTU 6.2L engine in the MTU 8V0078 GS50 has an oil capacity of 6.62 liters.
What alternator does the MTU 8V0078 GS50 use?
The MTU 8V0078 GS50 uses a 361CSL1601 alternator.
Fuel consumption
| Rating | Load | L/h | gal/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime | 50% | ||
| Prime | 75% | ||
| Prime | 100% | ||
| Standby | 50% | ||
| Standby | 75% | ||
| Standby | 100% |
Available documents
Brochure — 16120643 PowerGeneration Solutionguide 1 2020 (MTU)Spec sheet — 231085 PG Spec 8V0078GS50 50kW 3D 60Hz (MTU)Spec sheet — EngineersGuidebook (MTU)