Specifications
| Frequency | 60.0 Hz |
|---|---|
| Standby power | 50 kW |
| Oil capacity | 6.62 L |
| Voltage options | 240 V, 208 V, 380 V, 480 V, 600 V |
| Battery cranking | 925 CCA |
| Battery voltage | 12 V |
| Coolant capacity | 28.5 L |
| Max ambient | 50 °C |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 1524×914×1280 mm |
| Dry weight | 840 kg |
| Sound level | 76.0 dBA @ 7 m |
Recommended fluids
| Fluid | Grade | Standard | Ambient | Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel | Diesel #2 | Recommended 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
| Voltage | Phase | Connection | Leads | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 208V | 3 | 12 LEAD WYE | Example from MTU 4R0063 GS30 | |
| 240V | 1 | 12 LEAD | Example from MTU 4R0063 GS30 SYSTEM RATINGS connection row | |
| 240V | 1 | 4 LEAD | Example from MTU 4R0063 GS30 | |
| 240V | 3 | 12 LEAD DELTA | Example from MTU 4R0063 GS30 | |
| 380V | 3 | 12 LEAD WYE | Example from MTU 4R0063 GS30 | |
| 480V | 3 | 12 LEAD WYE | Example from MTU 4R0063 GS30 | |
| 600V | 3 | 4 LEAD WYE DOUBLE DELTA | Example 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
How many kW is the MTU MTU 8V0078 GS50?
The MTU MTU 8V0078 GS50 is rated 50 kW standby.
Which engine powers the MTU MTU 8V0078 GS50?
The MTU MTU 8V0078 GS50 is powered by the MTU 6.2L engine.
What is the oil capacity of the MTU MTU 8V0078 GS50?
The MTU 6.2L engine in the MTU MTU 8V0078 GS50 has an oil capacity of 6.62 liters.
How much coolant does the MTU MTU 8V0078 GS50 hold?
The MTU MTU 8V0078 GS50 cooling system holds 28.5 liters (7.5 US gallons) for the radiator system including the engine, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
How loud is the MTU MTU 8V0078 GS50?
The MTU MTU 8V0078 GS50 is rated at 76.0 dBA at 7 m, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
How much does the MTU MTU 8V0078 GS50 weigh?
The MTU MTU 8V0078 GS50 has a dry weight of 840 kg (1851 lb).
What voltages is the MTU MTU 8V0078 GS50 available in?
The MTU MTU 8V0078 GS50 is offered in 240 V, 208 V, 380 V, 480 V, 600 V.
How many cold cranking amps does the MTU MTU 8V0078 GS50 require?
The MTU MTU 8V0078 GS50 uses 12 V each, 925 CCA, per the manufacturer specification sheet.
Fuel consumption
| Rating | Load | L/h | gal/h |
|---|---|---|---|
| Prime | 50% | 30.4 | 8.03 |
| Prime | 75% | 42.5 | 11.23 |
| Prime | 100% | 56.1 | 14.82 |
| Standby | 50% | 5.2 | 1.4 |
| Standby | 75% | 7.5 | 2.0 |
| Standby | 100% | 9.9 | 2.6 |
Available documents
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