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MTU MTU 12V0183 GS400 Generator Set

The MTU MTU 12V0183 GS400 is a 400 kW NG/LP standby generator set powered by a Power Solutions International 21.9L CAC engine. It operates at 60 Hz. It holds about 47.1 L (12.4 gal) of oil and 291 L (76.9 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. Starting uses battery rated 1050 CCA at 24 V. The same 21.9L CAC engine also powers generator sets from Hipower.

400 kW
Standby
21.9 L
Displacement
47.1 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

FuelNG/LP
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power400 kW
Prime power355 kW
EmissionsEPA Certified Engine
ControllerDigital Control Panel(s)
Oil capacity47.1 L
Battery cranking1050 CCA
Battery voltage24 V
Coolant capacity291 L
Max ambient50 °C

Engine

Power Solutions International 21.9L CAC
Oil capacity47.1 L
Coolant capacity52.3 L
Displacement21.9 L
AspirationTurbo
Rated speed1800 rpm

Same engine, other brands

1 brand

The Power Solutions International 21.9L CAC in this set also powers 1 generator set sold under 1 other brand. Service parts and maintenance intervals for the engine are shared; enclosure, alternator, controller and ratings are not.

BrandModels
HipowerHNG 400 T6

Recommended fluids

FluidGradeStandardAmbientCapacityNotes
FuelDiesel #2Recommended Fuel for diesel gensets (e.g. DS30, DS40, DS50, DS80, DS100, DS125, DS150, DS180, DS200, DS230, DS250, DS275, DS300, DS350, DS400, DS450, DS500)

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
208V312 LEAD WYEExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
240V112 LEADExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30 SYSTEM RATINGS connection row
240V14 LEADExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
240V312 LEAD DELTAExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
380V312 LEAD WYEExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
480V312 LEAD WYEExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30
600V34 LEAD WYE DOUBLE DELTAExample from MTU 4R0063 GS30

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 size generator is the MTU MTU 12V0183 GS400?

The MTU MTU 12V0183 GS400 is rated 400 kW standby.

Which engine powers the MTU MTU 12V0183 GS400?

The MTU MTU 12V0183 GS400 is powered by the Power Solutions International 21.9L CAC engine.

What fuel does the MTU MTU 12V0183 GS400 use?

The MTU MTU 12V0183 GS400 runs on NG/LP.

What's the oil capacity on a MTU MTU 12V0183 GS400?

The Power Solutions International 21.9L CAC engine in the MTU MTU 12V0183 GS400 has an oil capacity of 47.1 liters.

What is the coolant capacity of the MTU MTU 12V0183 GS400?

The MTU MTU 12V0183 GS400 cooling system holds 291 liters (76.9 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

What is the prime power rating of the MTU MTU 12V0183 GS400?

The MTU MTU 12V0183 GS400 is rated 355 kW prime, against 400 kW standby.

How many cold cranking amps does the MTU MTU 12V0183 GS400 require?

The MTU MTU 12V0183 GS400 uses 24 V each, 1050 CCA, per the manufacturer specification sheet.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime50%30.48.03
Prime75%42.511.23
Prime100%56.114.82
Standby50%5.21.4
Standby75%7.52.0
Standby100%9.92.6

Available documents

Spec sheet — EngineersGuidebook (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.

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