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MTU 10V1600G10

Series 1600

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MTU 10V1600G10 17.5L 10-cylinder diesel engine for generator sets. 403 kWe standby at 50Hz. U.S. EPA Tier 2. Turbocharged Intercooled.

MTU 10V1600G10 17.5L V10 diesel generator engine — 504 kVA standby specifications
MTU 10V1600G10 17.5L V10 diesel generator engine — 504 kVA standby specifications
Standby Power · 50 Hz
504 kVA
Electrical Output
403 kWe
Cylinders
V10
Displacement
17.5 L
Rated Speed
1,500 RPM

Power Ratings

kWm = mechanical shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = kWe ÷ 0.8 pf

50 Hz1500 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power405.6365456.3
Standby Power447.8403503.8

MTU 10V1600G10 generator set context

The MTU 10V1600G10 is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz generator sets, with a headline 504 kVA / 403 kWe / standby rating. Use this page to compare the published engine output, electrical kWe/kVA ratings, emissions level, datasheet availability, and neighboring models before specifying an alternator, controller, enclosure, voltage, and compliance package.

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Technical Specifications

BrandMTU
Model10V1600G10
SeriesSeries 1600
ConfigurationV10
Cylinders10
Displacement17.5 L
Fuel TypeDiesel
Ignition TypeCompression Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardU.S. EPA Tier 2
Country of OriginGermany

Frequently asked questions

What is the power output of the MTU 10V1600G10?

The MTU 10V1600G10 is rated at 504 kVA standby / 456 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm).

Does the 10V1600G10 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The MTU 10V1600G10 is rated for 50 Hz (1,500 rpm).

What fuel does the MTU 10V1600G10 use?

The MTU 10V1600G10 is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the 10V1600G10?

The MTU 10V1600G10 is a V10 (10-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 17.5 L.

What emissions standard does the 10V1600G10 meet?

The MTU 10V1600G10 is certified to U.S. EPA Tier 2 emissions standards.

Is the MTU 10V1600G10 still in production?

Yes — the MTU 10V1600G10 is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the 10V1600G10?

Yes — an official MTU datasheet for the MTU 10V1600G10 can be downloaded from this page.

Reference

Last database update
2026-06-11
Manufacturer files
1 datasheet linked

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