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Kohler 1903M Engine

The Kohler 1903M is a 2.5 L 4-cylinder liquid cooling engine rated at 2600 rpm, producing up to 88 kW. It powers generator sets from Kohler, including the 1903 M.

Also known as: KDI 1903M

2.5 L
Displacement
4
Cylinders
2600 rpm
Rated speed
88 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Displacement2.5 L
Cylinders4
AspirationLiquid cooling
Rated speed2600 rpm
Gross power88 kW

Generator sets powered by this engine

1
Kohler 1903 M

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Maintenance schedule

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter
Fuel filter24 hr
Oil filter36 hr
BeltMech-Rotary pump36 hr
Coolant500.0 mth
Oilstd/synthetic500.0 mth

Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.

Service intervals

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ItemActionHoursMonthsNotes
oilChange500 hrMinimum 500 hours oil change interval

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Recommended fluids

FluidGradeStandardAmbientCapacityNotes
FuelNo 1 Diesel (US) - ASTM D 975-09 B - Grade 1-D S 15 and No 2 Diesel (US) - ASTM D 975-09 B - Grade 2-D S 15, S 500 for mechanical models onlyASTM D 975-09 B

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Common questions

What is the displacement of the Kohler 1903M?

The Kohler 1903M has a displacement of 2.5 liters with 4 cylinders.

Which generators use the Kohler 1903M engine?

The Kohler 1903M powers 1 generator set(s), including Kohler 1903 M.