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Power Solutions International D183L Engine

The Power Solutions International D183L is a 18.27 L 10-cylinder turbocharged, charge air-cooled engine rated at 1800 rpm, producing up to 422 kW. It powers generator sets from Kohler, including the 300REZX, 300RZX, 350REZX and 350RZX. It holds 35 L (9.2 gal) of oil and 42 L (11.1 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: PSI Doosan D183L

18.273 L
Displacement
10
Cylinders
1800 rpm
Rated speed
422 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Oil capacity35.0 L
Coolant capacity42.0 L
Displacement18.273 L
Cylinders10
AspirationTurbocharged, Charge Air-Cooled
Rated speed1800 rpm
Gross power422 kW

Generator sets powered by this engine

4

Maintenance schedule

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterDry—
Fuel filterN/A—
Oil filter—93 hr
BatteryTwo, 925 CCA—
BeltN/A—24 hr
CoolantWater-Cooled42.0 L (qt.)—
OilFull Pressure35.0 L (qt.)—

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

Service intervals

1
ItemActionHoursMonthsNotes
engine oil filtersCheck93 hrlast changed 12/18/2025

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

Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
Other10 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B361.95mm (14.25 in.)
Other10 in. weld flange outside diameter C406.4mm (16.0 in.)
Other10 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D12, 25.40mm (1.00 in.)
Other12 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B431.80mm (17.00 in.)
Other12 in. weld flange outside diameter C482.6mm (19.0 in.)
Other12 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D12, 25.40mm (1.00 in.)
Other14 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B476.25mm (18.75 in.)
Other14 in. weld flange outside diameter C533.4mm (21.0 in.)
Other14 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D12, 28.58mm (1.13 in.)
Other16 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B539.75mm (21.25 in.)
Other16 in. weld flange outside diameter C596.9mm (23.5 in.)
Other16 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D16, 28.58mm (1.13 in.)
Other18 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B577.85mm (22.75 in.)
Other18 in. weld flange outside diameter C635.0mm (25.0 in.)
Other18 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D16, 31.75mm (1.25 in.)
Other20 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B635.00mm (25.00 in.)
Other20 in. weld flange outside diameter C698.5mm (27.5 in.)
Other20 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D20, 31.75mm (1.25 in.)
Other5 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B215.90mm (8.50 in.)
Other5 in. weld flange outside diameter C241.30mm (9.50 in.)
Other5 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D8, 22.23mm (0.88 in.)
Other6 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B254.0mm (10.0 in.)
Other6 in. weld flange outside diameter C279.4mm (11.0 in.)
Other6 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D8, 22.23mm (0.88 in.)
Other8 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B298.45mm (11.75 in.)
Other8 in. weld flange outside diameter C342.9mm (13.5 in.)
Other8 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D8, 22.23mm (0.88 in.)
OtherFrequency regulation, no-load to full-loadIsochronous
OtherFrequency regulation, steady state±0.5%
OtherWeld flange angle A (10, 12, 14 in. nominal pipe size)30deg.
OtherWeld flange angle A (16, 18, 20 in. nominal pipe size)22.5deg.
OtherWeld flange angle A (5, 6, 8 in. nominal pipe size)45deg.
PressureDual fuel engine, LPG vapor withdrawal fuel supply pressure1.24kPa
PressureLPG vapor withdrawal fuel supply pressure1.24-2.74kPameasured at the generator set fuel inlet
PressureMax. restriction of cooling air, intake and discharge side of radiator0.125kPa
PressureMaximum allowable back pressure after catalyst5.1kPa
PressureMaximum allowable back pressure overall10.2kPa
PressureNatural gas fuel supply pressure1.74-2.74kPameasured at the generator set fuel inlet downstream of any fuel system equipment accessories
SpeedRated rpm1800rpm
TemperatureAmbient temperature50Cweather and sound enclosures with internal silencer reduce ambient temperature capability by 5C (9F)
TemperatureExhaust temperature at rated kW, dry exhaust600Cat rated kW

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
Engine oilKohler Genuine oil42.1 LKohler recommends the use of Kohler Genuine oil and filters.
FuelLP Gas (Vapor)Nominal fuel rating: LP vapor, 93 MJ/m3 (2500 Btu/ft.3); propane 85% min., lower heating value 84.2 MJ/m3 (2260 Btu/ft3) min.
FuelNatural GasNominal fuel rating: Natural gas, 37 MJ/m3 (1000 Btu/ft.3); methane 90% min., lower heating value 33.2 MJ/m3 (890 Btu/ft3) min.

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

Procedures

1
1 Hour Load Bank 100% load test

Tools: load bank

  1. Run genset at 100% load for 1 hour load bank test.
  2. Readings of load steps taken after load application.
  3. Exhaust temp reading location: 90 aft of turbine exhaust housing.
  4. Record KW, load %, Hz, load amps, voltage, water temp, oil pressure, exhaust temp, gas pressure, ambient temp, time and hour meter.

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

Voltage reconnection

VoltagePhaseConnectionLeadsNotes
12, Reconnectable12Alternator 4M4019, 12 lead
6004, 600 V4Alternator 4M4266, 4 lead

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 oil capacity of the Power Solutions International D183L?

The Power Solutions International D183L engine has an oil capacity of 35.0 liters.

What is the displacement of the Power Solutions International D183L?

The Power Solutions International D183L has a displacement of 18.273 liters with 10 cylinders.

Which generators use the Power Solutions International D183L engine?

The Power Solutions International D183L powers 4 generator set(s), including Kohler 300REZX, Kohler 300RZX, Kohler 350REZX, Kohler 350RZX.