MTU INDUSTRIAL ENGINES

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MTU 12V1600G30S

Series 1600

MTU 12V1600G30S 21.042 L V12 Turbocharged diesel engine for 60 Hz generator applications. The 2025 EPA record certifies 668 kWm at 1800 RPM. U.S. EPA Tier 2.

MTU 12V1600G30S|MID-RANGE CLASSIFICATION
GENSET ARCHITECTURE: V12 Turbocharged21.042 L
HEAVY-DUTY GENSET INTEGRATION PLATFORM
POWER CLASSIFICATIONN/A
ELECTRICAL OUTPUTN/A
FUEL SYSTEMDiesel
READY FOR TURNKEY PACKAGING

Cylinders / Config

V12 Turbocharged

Displacement

21.042 L

Mechanical & Electrical Specifications

BrandMTU
Model12V1600G30S
SeriesSeries 1600
ConfigurationV12 Turbocharged
Cylinders12
Displacement21.042 L
Fuel TypeDiesel
Ignition TypeCompression Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardU.S. EPA Tier 2
CertificationsU.S. EPA Tier 2
Country of OriginGermany

Frequently Asked Questions

What fuel does the MTU 12V1600G30S use?

The MTU 12V1600G30S is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the 12V1600G30S?

The MTU 12V1600G30S is a V12 (12-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 21.042 L.

What emissions standard does the 12V1600G30S meet?

The MTU 12V1600G30S is certified to U.S. EPA Tier 2 emissions standards.

Is the MTU 12V1600G30S still in production?

Yes — the MTU 12V1600G30S is a current production model.

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