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Exclusively distributed by Penske in Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific, Rolls-Royce Power Systems’ mtu brand is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of large diesel engines, gas engines, and complete propulsion systems offering powerful and reliable solutions for a range of industries including energy solutions, defence, mining, rail, marine, construction and industrial, rail, oil and gas, and agriculture.

Why mtu and Penske?

mtu Engines

mtu‘s durable engines offer a powerful and reliable solution for yachts, commercial ships and naval vessels, construction and industrial vehicles, agricultural machinery, mining, rail and military vehicles, as well as solutions for the energy and oil and gas industry.

mtu‘s engines are capable of power outputs up to 10,000 kW and 2,535 kW respectively, and they also offer customised electronic automation and control units for their engines and propulsion systems.

National Service and Support Network

Penske Australia & New Zealand offers a superior service and support network for power systems. Our maintenance programs and preventative measures deliver excellent value for our customers, while our highly-skilled, factory-trained technicians deliver the best of care while minimising turnaround times.

Penske Australia & New Zealand’s aftersales advisors are available throughout our extensive national branch network to assist with aftersales and product support. You’ll never be far from a qualified and experienced engine technician when you choose mtu and Penske.

mtu Remanufactured Engines

Extend the life of your investment with an mtu remanufactured engine. Remanufacturing restores engines to proven operating condition, helping customers maximise uptime and return assets to service with confidence.

Every engine undergoes a comprehensive inspection, precision rebuild, and rigorous testing process using genuine mtu parts and strict quality standards. Thoroughly validated before returning to service, mtu remanufactured engines help restore performance, extend service life, and keep critical equipment operating at its best.

 

Our Capabilities

Energy Solutions

mtu Diesel Generators

Designed for maximum reliability, low fuel consumption, low emissions, and long service internals, mtu’s range of Series 2000 and Series 4000 engines are used widely across Australia and New Zealand in various applications such as healthcare, data centres, airports, manufacturing plants, and independent power stations.

mtu Gas Generators

Designed to deliver continuous, economical, and reliable power, mtu gas-powered generator sets provide a future-ready energy solution for a wide range of industries. Utilising natural gas, biogas, and other gases, they incorporate advanced technology for combined heat and power (CHP) and combined heat, power and cooling (CHPC) applications.

Available in outputs ranging from 776 kWe to 2,547 kWe, mtu gas generator sets offer high efficiency and low emissions. Selected Series 4000 models also support hydrogen blending, helping customers further reduce emissions while maintaining reliable power generation.

Penske Battery Energy Self Storage

Penske Australia & New Zealand designs, integrates, and delivers Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) that help customers store and manage energy more effectively. By balancing supply and demand, reducing strain during peak periods, and supporting renewable energy sources, our BESS systems play an important role in creating a more reliable and resilient energy infrastructure.
 
Integrated, assembled, and tested at our state-of-the-art facility, Penske BESS solutions are engineered to deliver dependable performance and reliability. With systems up to 5 MW, our experienced team manages the entire process from factory acceptance testing through to delivery, installation, and commissioning, providing a complete end-to-end energy storage solution.

Marine

mtu Series 1163 M04 Marine Engine

The new Series 1163 M04 Engine maintains its best-in-class reputation by keeping the features that made its predecessor so successful all the while improving upon the economy of the engine. This engine still offers a better power to weight ratio, smaller design and superior acceleration behaviour when compared to its competitors, but now comes with improved fuel economy, lower lifetime costs and is still IMO II emission regulation compliant.

mtu Series 2000 M06 Marine Engine

The latest generation of the series 2000 is specifically designed to offer outstanding acceleration and performance. With over 55,000 mtu Series 2000 engines sold worldwide, discover an engineering masterpiece in an extremely compact package that offers excellent agility, power, and manoeuvrability.

mtu Series 4000 Marine Engine

mtu‘s Series 4000 M05 marine engine comes in a diverse range of options including 8V, 12V, and 16V configurations. With low life-cycle costs, high performance, and ease of maintenance, the Series 4000 engine delivers durability that maintains its best-in-class performance, fuel consumption, and reliability. With over 40,000 marine engines sold worldwide, discover why the mtu Series 4000 is the preferred choice.

mtu Series 4000 M05-N Pure Gas Marine Engine

A variant of the Series 4000, the M05-N offers diesel performance with gas benefits. Designed with a multipoint gas injection system to enhance the engine’s dynamic acceleration behaviour and double-walled gas fuel lines to ensure no need for additional safety precautions. Our pure gas engine matches the performance and safety of the regular Series 4000. Additionally, the use of gas instead of diesel means lower emissions and a better overall climate footprint.

mtu Series 8000 Marine Engine

mtu‘s Series 8,000 engine comes in 16V as well as the classic 20V configuration and produces 10,000kW of power. This compact propulsion engine impresses with its outstanding power-to-weight ratio and unlimited low load operation.

Mining

mtu Mining Engines

With immense masses, extreme temperatures and unimaginable tasks, mining has its own laws and challenges. To conquer these, mtu mining engines are powerful, strong, hard, tough, and persevering.

Offering solutions for all emissions requirements as well as a full power range from 75 to 3,000kW (101 to 4,023bhp), mtu engines provide exceptional efficiency, absolute reliability, and uncompromising operational availability, all while setting the standard for what a diesel engine must deliver in both above ground and underground mining applications. Furthermore, low life cycle costs due to effective operation, low fuel consumption, long TBO intervals characterize mtu engines, just as much as their environmentally friendly operation.

Mining vehicles powered by mtu engines deliver higher productivity through being able to carry larger loads and handle steeper terrain than the competition.

Defence

Defence operations demand proven power and propulsion systems capable of performing in the most challenging environments. Supporting defence forces across Australia and New Zealand, Penske Australia & New Zealand delivers customised propulsion, power generation, automation, and life-cycle support solutions designed to maximise operational readiness and fleet availability.

Powering a wide range of defence platforms, from patrol boats to frigates, mtu engines offer outputs from 75 to 9,000 kW. Renowned for their reliability, ease of maintenance, low life-cycle costs, and mission-ready performance, mtu solutions are backed by Penske Australia & New Zealand’s extensive defence logistics and life-of-type support capabilities.

Mining 

Rail operators require reliable, efficient, and proven power systems to keep passengers and freight moving. Penske Australia & New Zealand delivers comprehensive rail traction solutions, including engines, control systems, underfloor power packs, and complete repower packages, supported by extensive aftermarket service and maintenance capabilities.

Powered by advanced mtu technology, our rail solutions are engineered for performance, efficiency, and low emissions. From the Series 4000 locomotive engine to the compact Series 1600 and 1800 power packs for railcar applications, mtu systems deliver dependable operation, reduced fuel consumption, and lower life-cycle costs, with hybrid power pack options available to support the future of rail transport.

Oil & Gas 

Operating in some of the world’s most demanding environments, the oil and gas industry relies on robust, efficient, and dependable power systems. Penske Australia & New Zealand supplies and supports mtu diesel and gas engines, delivering power outputs from 20 to 9,380 kW for a wide range of onshore and offshore applications.

Designed to power pumps, generators, compressors, and other critical equipment, mtu drive systems combine exceptional performance with class-leading fuel efficiency and low operating costs. Featuring maintenance-friendly designs, long service intervals, and proven reliability in harsh conditions, they help maximise productivity while ensuring safe and continuous operations.

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