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MTU MTU 6R0150 DS230 Generator Set

The MTU MTU 6R0150 DS230 is a 230 kW (288 kVA) Diesel #2 standby generator set powered by a John Deere 6090HF484 engine. It is available at 208 V, 240 V, 380 V, 480 V and 600 V, 60 Hz. It holds about 31 L (8.2 gal) of oil and 53.5 L (14.1 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. Starting uses battery rated 950 CCA at 24 V. The set measures 3658×1524×2159 mm (144.0×60.0×85.0 in), weighs about 3080 kg (6790 lb) and produces 84.5 dBA at 7 m. The same 6090HF484 engine also powers generator sets from AKSA and Kohler.

230 kW
Standby
9.0 L
Displacement
31.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Service parts for the MTU 6R0150 DS230

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

Fuel system

2 required
GM50263Fuel filter (primary)$99.99eBay

Oil system

1 required

Prices captured from merchant listings; some links are affiliate links. Confirm against your serial number before ordering.

Specifications

FuelDiesel #2
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power230 kW
Standby kVA288
Prime power210 kW
EmissionsEPA Tier 3
Oil capacity31.0 L
Voltage options208 V, 240 V, 380 V, 480 V, 600 V
Battery cranking950 CCA
Battery voltage24 V
Coolant capacity53.5 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)3658×1524×2159 mm
Dry weight3080 kg
Sound level84.5 dBA @ 7 m

Engine

John Deere 6090HF484
Oil capacity31.0 L
Coolant capacity53.5 L
Displacement9.0 L
AspirationTurbocharged, Charge Air-Cooled
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the John Deere 6090HF484
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterAir Cleaner Dry
Fuel filterGM80460 Amazon eBay $93.00 PartsGeek $48.97
Fuel filterPrimaryGM50263 Amazon $148.00 eBay $99.99
Oil filterCartridge×1GM48731 Amazon $20.01 eBay $49.99
BatteryBattery Box and Cables×2
BeltRadiator - Unit Mounted, Blower Fan and Fan Drive
Coolant53.5 L
Oil33.4 L
Spark plug

Compatible filters for the John Deere 6090HF484 — cross-referenced via Donaldson. Options to verify against your serial number, not confirmed for this exact unit.

  • Air filter: John Deere RE587794 John Deere 4S00686R John Deere AH115833 John Deere F071151 John Deere F071150

Common questions

How many kW is the MTU MTU 6R0150 DS230?

The MTU MTU 6R0150 DS230 is rated 230 kW standby (288.0 kVA).

What engine is in the MTU MTU 6R0150 DS230?

The MTU MTU 6R0150 DS230 is powered by the John Deere 6090HF484 engine.

What fuel does the MTU MTU 6R0150 DS230 use?

The MTU MTU 6R0150 DS230 runs on Diesel #2.

What's the oil capacity on a MTU MTU 6R0150 DS230?

The John Deere 6090HF484 engine in the MTU MTU 6R0150 DS230 has an oil capacity of 31.0 liters.

Which oil filter part number does the MTU MTU 6R0150 DS230 take?

The MTU MTU 6R0150 DS230 uses oil filter part number GM48731.

What fuel filter fits the MTU MTU 6R0150 DS230?

The MTU MTU 6R0150 DS230 uses fuel filter part numbers GM80460, GM50263.

Which air filter part number does the MTU MTU 6R0150 DS230 take?

The MTU MTU 6R0150 DS230 uses air filter part numbers JOHN DEERE RE587794, JOHN DEERE 4S00686R.

Parts

1
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
4UA1015 Relay I/O Board1Battery Amazon eBay

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Standby50%45.512.01
Standby75%64.216.96
Standby100%74.319.6

Available documents

Spec sheet — MTU6R0150DS230 210kW Prime (collicutt.com)Spec sheet — MTU6R0150DS230 230kW Standby (MTU)
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Priced items from this model's own parts manual.

Fuel filter GM80460$48.97
Fuel filter (primary) GM50263$99.99
Oil filter GM48731$20.01
3 priced items$168.97