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MTU DS 1240 D6S RW Generator Set

The MTU DS 1240 D6S RW is a 1240 kW Diesel standby generator set powered by a MTU 18V 2000 G85 engine. It operates at 60 Hz. It holds about 130 L (34.3 gal) of oil. The same 18V 2000 G85 engine also powers generator sets from Hipower and Lees.

1240 kW
Standby
35.8 L
Displacement
130.0 L
Oil capacity
1
Document types

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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power1240 kW
EmissionsEPA Tier 2
ControllerDGC-2020
Oil capacity130.0 L
AlternatorMarathon MAGNAMAX, MAGNAPOWER (Class H insulation)

Engine

MTU 18V 2000 G85
Oil capacity130.0 L
Displacement35.8 L
AspirationAir charge air cooling
Rated speed1800 rpm

Filters for the MTU 18V 2000 G85

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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 separatorP502404Fuel Filter, Water Separator Spin-OnMTU 0020920601, MTU 20920601, BALDWIN BF7987, SDMO 330510032 KuduParts $18.00 FridayParts $20.68

Same engine, other brands

2 brands

The MTU 18V 2000 G85 in this set also powers 2 generator sets sold under 2 other brands. Service parts and maintenance intervals for the engine are shared; enclosure, alternator, controller and ratings are not.

BrandModels
HipowerHMW 1205 T6
LeesLSM1510S3-6

Filters & service parts

model family
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterTwo-stage engine air filter operating in medium to heavy dust conditions; RadialSeal technology; filter insert and filter element combined; mounted filter service indicator; removing of 99.99% of dust and dirt particulate—
CoolantFlow rate of 38 l/min (10 GPM); adjustable thermostat from 32 to 55 C (90 to 130 F); single or 3-phase system; UL-C/US certificate E250789 (60 Hz models); CE compliant (50 Hz models)—

Compiled from this model's family documentation — may include parts for closely-related variants. Confirm the exact part for your serial number.

Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
TemperatureJacket water heater adjustable thermostat32 to 55°C

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Voltage reconnection

VoltagePhaseConnectionLeadsNotes
380/400/415Standard scope voltage, 50 Hz (S1600/S2000/S4000)
380/440/480Standard scope voltage, 60 Hz (S1600/S2000/S4000)
400/230Standard scope voltage, 1600 series, 50 Hz
440/480Alternator voltages, 60 Hz
480/277Standard scope voltage, 1600 series, 60 Hz

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Common questions

How many kW is the MTU DS 1240 D6S RW?

The MTU DS 1240 D6S RW is rated 1240 kW standby.

What engine is in the MTU DS 1240 D6S RW?

The MTU DS 1240 D6S RW is powered by the MTU 18V 2000 G85 engine.

What kind of fuel does the MTU DS 1240 D6S RW run on?

The MTU DS 1240 D6S RW runs on Diesel.

How much oil does the MTU DS 1240 D6S RW take?

The MTU 18V 2000 G85 engine in the MTU DS 1240 D6S RW has an oil capacity of 130.0 liters.

Which alternator is fitted to the MTU DS 1240 D6S RW?

The MTU DS 1240 D6S RW uses a Marathon MAGNAMAX, MAGNAPOWER alternator. Insulation class H.

Available documents

Reference — Product MTU (MTU)

This page was generated from the 1 manufacturer document above by automated extraction; every figure shown is copied from one of them. How the data is compiled.