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MTU DS 1880 D5S FW Generator Set

The MTU DS 1880 D5S FW is a Diesel generator set powered by a MTU 12V 4000 G23 engine. It operates at 50 Hz. It holds about 60 L (15.9 gal) of oil and 160 L (42.3 gal) of coolant. The same 12V 4000 G23 engine also powers generator sets from Kohler and Talles.

4.77 L
Displacement
60.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Service parts for the DS 1880 D5S FW

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

Fuel system

1 required

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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby kVA1880
ControllerDGC-2020
Oil capacity60.0 L
AlternatorMarathon MAGNAMAX, MAGNAPOWER (Class H insulation)

Engine

MTU 12V 4000 G23
Oil capacity60.0 L
Coolant capacity160.0 L
Displacement4.77 L
AspirationTCI
Rated speed1500 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the MTU 12V 4000 G23
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Fuel filterdouble walled fuel injection pipes with leakage monitoring, Racor 75/1000FHX model duplex pre-filter33763 Amazon $30.19 eBay $29.99 PartsGeek $29.97
Oil filterlube oil filters multi stage
Beltresilient coupling between engine and generator, air filter mountings and flexible engine-filter connections
Oillube oil heat exchanger, lube oil filters multi stage, lube oil centrifuge
Spark plugindividual cylinder heads with exhaust valve rotators “Rotocap”

Service specifications

1
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

What engine is in the MTU DS 1880 D5S FW?

The MTU DS 1880 D5S FW is powered by the MTU 12V 4000 G23 engine.

Is the MTU DS 1880 D5S FW diesel or gas?

The MTU DS 1880 D5S FW runs on Diesel.

What's the oil capacity on a MTU DS 1880 D5S FW?

The MTU 12V 4000 G23 engine in the MTU DS 1880 D5S FW has an oil capacity of 60.0 liters.

What alternator does the MTU DS 1880 D5S FW use?

The MTU DS 1880 D5S FW uses a Marathon MAGNAMAX, MAGNAPOWER alternator. Insulation class H.

What fuel filter fits the MTU DS 1880 D5S FW?

The MTU DS 1880 D5S FW uses fuel filter part number 33763.

Available documents

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