The speed at which a crop can be harvested has a significant impact on the yield. MTU series 1500 provide the highest availability to ensure that harvesters run under all conditions and with absolute reliability – even over enormous fields and under extremely dusty and hot conditions.

Diesel Engine 6R 1500/OM 473
for C&I, Mining, Agriculture and Forestry Applications
with EPA Tier 4 and EU Stage IV Certification

Configuration: 6R 1500
Rated Power: 400 kW - 460 kW (536 bhp - 617 bhp)
Emissions Technology: EGR + SCR (EGR: Exhaust Gas Recirculation, SCR: Selective Catalytic Reduction)
Emissions Certification: EU Stage IV / EPA Tier 4 final
Dimensions (LxWxH) mm (in)     1425 x 1005 x 1290 (56.1 x 39.6 x 50.8)
Mass, dry kg (lbs)             1235 (2723)


Standard Equipment
24 Volt starter
28 Volt alternator, 100 A
Common rail injection system
Electronic engine management
Electronic interface module
Turbo charging, turbo compound, air to air cooling
High pressure EGR system
One-box aftertreatment system with SCR incl. muffler
Closed crankcase ventilation
SAE 1 flywheel housing

Optional Equipment
Exhaust brake system
Aux REPTO
Air compressor
AC compressor
Flex engine mounts
Elevated fan drive
Cooling fan

MTU series 1500

Optional Equipment
Exhaust brake system
Aux REPTO
Air compressor
AC compressor
Flex engine mounts
Elevated fan drive
Cooling fan

The well-developed and proven construction of MTU series 1500 coupled with intelligent engine management, reliably protects against overload and damage to make it possible for modern, high-performance combine harvesters to take full advantage of their performance potential. Low fuel consumption, long service intervals, and low maintenance help make combine harvesters even more cost-effective over the long term.