MTU 538 ENGINE
| Make | Model series | Power KW | U/MIN |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12V 538 TB92 | 2250 | 1900 | |
| 16V 538 TB92 | 3000 | 1900 | |
| 20V 538 TB92 | 3750 | 1900 | |
| 16V 538 TB93 | 3300 | 1900 | |
| 20V 538 TB93 | 4120 | 1900 | |
| 12V 538 TB8 | MD 656 | 1655 | 1800 |
| 12V 538 TB9 | MD 657 | 1986 | 1900 |
| 20V 538 TB1 | MD 1080 | 2096 | 1600 |
| 20V 538 TB6 | MD 1080 | 1839 | 1500 |
| 20V 538 TB3 | MD 1080 | 1986 | 1500 |
| 16V 538 TB8 | MD 871 | 2206 | 1800 |
| 20V 538 TB7 | MC 1080/30 | 2390 | 1720 |
| 16V 538 TB9 | MD 872 | 2648 | 1900 |
| 20V 538 TB8 | MD 1081 | 2758 | 1800 |
| 20V 538 TB9 | MD 1082 | 3310 | 1900 |
| 12V 538 TA1 | MD 650 | 993 | 1600 |
| 12V 538 TA3 | MD 650 | 938 | 1500 |
| 12V 538 TB1 | MD 655 | 1269 | 1600 |
| 12V 538 TB6 | MD 655 | 1103 | 1500 |
| 12V 538 TB3 | MD 655 | 1195 | 1500 |
| 16V 538 TA1 | MD 865 | 1324 | 1600 |
| 16V 538 TA3 | MD 865 | 1250 | 1500 |
| 12V 538 TB7 | MD 655/18 | 1434 | 1720 |
| 16V 538 TB1 | MD 870 | 1692 | 1600 |
| 16V 538 TB6 | MD 870 | 1471 | 1500 |
| 16V 538 TB3 | MD 870 | 1581 | 1500 |
| 16V 538 TB7 | MD 870/24 | 1912 | 1720 |
MTU 538 Engine Introduction
Basic Parameters
Cylinder Arrangement: Typically in V-type configuration, available in 12-cylinder, 16-cylinder, and 20-cylinder models.
Cylinder Displacement: 5.38 liters per cylinder.
Power Range: Output spans from 2,250 kW to 4,120 kW. For example:
The 12V 538 TB92 model delivers 2,250 kW at 1,900 rpm.
The 20V 538 TB93 model reaches 4,120 kW at 1,900 rpm.
Technical Features
Turbocharging Technology:
Models 538-01/02 adopt single-stage pulse turbocharging, with maximum cylinder outputs of 169 kW and 188 kW respectively.
Model 538-03 uses single-stage MTU Sequential Turbocharging, achieving 206 kW per cylinder.
Electronic Management System (MDEC): Sensors across the engine collect operational parameters and send signals to the ECU, which controls fuel injection for optimal performance and reliability.
Fuel Injection System: Advanced injection technology ensures smooth operation, stable speed, low emissions, low fuel consumption, and superior acceleration and load characteristics.
Application Fields
Maritime Sector: Widely used in high-speed naval vessels, government craft, and yachts. Its high power and reliability meet dynamic demands for offshore patrol and ocean navigation.
Industrial Applications: Applied in heavy machinery for mining, oil, construction, and engineering sectors, providing robust and stable power support.
Product Advantages
High Reliability: Constructed with premium materials (e.g., gray cast iron cylinder blocks, wear-resistant ceramic-chromium piston rings) to withstand high temperatures and pressures for long-term stable operation.
Strong Adaptability: Maintains performance without power correction at 400m altitude and 40°C ambient temperature, suitable for fixed and mobile applications.
Cost Efficiency: Optimized fuel control systems reduce consumption (e.g., MTU 2000/4000 series achieve 190–200 g/kWh, leading in global standards), lowering operational costs.
Easy Maintenance: Modular design enables convenient maintenance, with extended service intervals and simplified procedures, reducing maintenance difficulty and costs.