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MTU BF-M1500 Generator Set

The MTU BF-M1500 is a generator set powered by a MTU 12V4000G14RF engine. It is available at 440/254 V, 415/240 V and 400/230 V, 3-phase and 50 Hz. It holds about 260 L (68.7 gal) of oil and 450 L (118.9 gal) of coolant. The set measures 6000×2100×2600 mm (236.2×82.7×102.4 in) and weighs about 12500 kg (27558 lb).

57.2 L
Displacement
260.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Service parts for the BF-M1500

Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.

Fuel system

1 required

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Specifications

Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby kVA1500
Oil capacity260.0 L
AlternatorStamford/AvK 12V4000G14RF (Class H/H insulation)
Voltage options440/254 V, 415/240 V, 400/230 V
Phase3
Power factor0.8
Coolant capacity450 L
Dimensions (L×W×H)6000×2100×2600 mm
Dry weight12500 kg

Engine

MTU 12V4000G14RF
Oil capacity260.0 L
Displacement57.2 L
AspirationTurbocharged, water/air inter cooling
Rated speed1500 rpm

Filters for the MTU 12V4000G14RF

1

Engine-mounted filters the filter manufacturers list for this engine family. These come from the engine, not from this generator set’s own parts list, so confirm against your serial number before ordering.

Listed for this engine in only one kind of machine, so they may depend on how the engine was installed:

SystemFilterDescriptionCross-references
Fuel / water separatorP550849Fuel Filter, Water Separator CartridgeNAPA 3763, BALDWIN PF7928, DAVCO 102526, DAVCO 102527 FridayParts $20.90 KuduParts $39.00

Maintenance & consumables

for the MTU 12V4000G14RF
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter—
Fuel filter33763 Amazon eBay $29.99 PartsGeek $29.97 NAPA $43.99
Oil filter—
Battery—
Belt—
Coolant450.0 L—
Oil260.0 L—
Spark plug—

Common questions

What engine is in the MTU BF-M1500?

The MTU BF-M1500 is powered by the MTU 12V4000G14RF engine.

How much oil does the MTU BF-M1500 take?

The MTU 12V4000G14RF engine in the MTU BF-M1500 has an oil capacity of 260.0 liters.

How much coolant does the MTU BF-M1500 hold?

The MTU BF-M1500 cooling system holds 450 liters (118.9 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the dry weight of the MTU BF-M1500?

The MTU BF-M1500 has a dry weight of 12500 kg (27557 lb).

What voltage does the MTU BF-M1500 produce?

The MTU BF-M1500 is offered in 440/254 V, 415/240 V, 400/230 V, 3-phase.

What alternator does the MTU BF-M1500 use?

The MTU BF-M1500 uses a Stamford/AvK 12V4000G14RF alternator. Insulation class H/H.

Which fuel filter part number does the MTU BF-M1500 take?

The MTU BF-M1500 uses fuel filter part number 33763.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime50%154.040.68
Prime75%213.056.27
Prime100%275.072.65

Available documents

Spec sheet — M1500-50-E 12V4000G14RF (MTU)

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Fuel filter 33763$29.97
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