The MTU 12V4000 is a 57.2 L 12-cylinder turbocharged with intercooler engine rated at 1500 rpm, producing up to 1853.33 kW. It powers generator sets from MTU, including the 12V4000 DS1750, GR 999 N5 and Series 4000 G73.
Also known as: MTU 12V4000
Part of the MTU 12V4000 engine family — 62 variants share parts & fitment.
| Displacement | 57.2 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 12 |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged with intercooler |
| Rated speed | 1500 rpm |
| Gross power | 1853 kW |
| 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 | 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.
| Part # | Description | Category |
|---|---|---|
| WM00076 | Air filter element | Air filter |
| WM00086 | Easy-change fuel filter | Fuel filter |
| WM00067 | Oil filter element | Oil filter |
| 3082751 | Reman engine | Service part / kit |
Parts cataloged across all variants of this engine family — verify the exact part fits your specific variant and serial number before ordering.
Parts listed by aftermarket suppliers as fitting this engine — leads compiled from supplier catalogs; verify the exact part for your serial number.
Other equipment known to use this engine, via filter-application cross-reference — useful for sourcing parts even when your exact machine isn't listed elsewhere on this page.
The MTU 12V4000 has a displacement of 57.2 liters with 12 cylinders.
The MTU 12V4000 powers 3 generator set(s), including MTU 12V4000 DS1750, MTU GR 999 N5, MTU Series 4000 G73.