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Kohler 48RCL-LPG Generator Set

The Kohler 48RCL-LPG is a 50 kW (63 kVA) lpg standby generator set powered by a General Motors Industrial Powertrain Vortec 5.0 L engine. It is available at 120/208 V, 127/220 V, 120/240 V and 277/480 V, 60 Hz. It holds about 4.7 L (1.2 gal) of oil and 17 L (4.5 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 45 °C. Starting uses 1 group-24 battery rated 630 CCA at 12 V. The set measures 2280×836×1147 mm (89.8×32.9×45.2 in) and produces 58 dBA at 7 m. The same Industrial Powertrain Vortec 5.0 L engine also powers generator sets from SDMO.

50 kW
Standby
5.0 L
Displacement
4.7 L
Oil capacity
1
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Service parts for the 48RCL-LPG

Grouped by system, with how many of each the parts manual calls for.

Oil system

1 required

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Specifications

Fuellpg
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power50 kW
Standby kVA63
ControllerRDC2
Oil capacity4.7 L
Alternator4P7BX (4-pole, Class H insulation)
Voltage options120/208 V, 127/220 V, 120/240 V, 277/480 V
Battery group24
Battery cranking630 CCA
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity1
Coolant capacity17 L
Max ambient45 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)2280×836×1147 mm
Wet weight862 kg
Sound level58.0 dBA @ 7 m

Engine

General Motors Industrial Powertrain Vortec 5.0 L
Oil capacity4.7 L
Coolant capacity17.0 L
Displacement5.0 L
Aspirationnatural
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the General Motors Industrial Powertrain Vortec 5.0 L
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Oil filterCartridgeGM16703 Amazon $9.06 eBay $58.00
Coolant20.8 L
Oil6.2 L

Service specifications

2
TypeItemValueUnitCondition
PressureLPG vapor fuel supply pressure1.24-2.74kPaat inlet
PressureNatural gas fuel supply pressure1.74-2.74kPaat inlet

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
120/20834P7BX 12-lead12Three-phase
120/24014Q7BX 4-lead4Single-phase
127/22034P7BX 12-lead12Three-phase
277/48034P7BX 12-lead12Three-phase

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 power rating of the Kohler 48RCL-LPG?

The Kohler 48RCL-LPG is rated 50 kW standby (63.0 kVA).

What engine does the Kohler 48RCL-LPG use?

The Kohler 48RCL-LPG is powered by the General Motors Industrial Powertrain Vortec 5.0 L engine.

What fuel type does the Kohler 48RCL-LPG take?

The Kohler 48RCL-LPG runs on lpg.

What's the oil capacity on a Kohler 48RCL-LPG?

The General Motors Industrial Powertrain Vortec 5.0 L engine in the Kohler 48RCL-LPG has an oil capacity of 4.7 liters.

Which alternator is fitted to the Kohler 48RCL-LPG?

The Kohler 48RCL-LPG uses a 4P7BX alternator. It has 4 poles. Insulation class H.

Which oil filter part number does the Kohler 48RCL-LPG take?

The Kohler 48RCL-LPG uses oil filter part number GM16703.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
A--273699Air Cleaner Element1Air filter Amazon Amazon eBay eBay
A-253104Air cleaner assembly1Air filter Amazon Amazon eBay eBay
GM103656Hose, coolant SAE J20R2--DI 5/8 in. ID1Hose eBay $23.00
GM16132Belt, fan standard1Belt Amazon eBay $86.00
GM16133Gasket, intake manifold1Gasket eBay
GM16140Cap, Bypass 5/8” (includes cap, connector, hose, clamps)1Hose eBay
GM16180Alternator, 70 amp1Alternator eBay
GM16199Gasket, manifold exhaust2Gasket eBay
GM16202Gasket, intake manifold1Gasket eBay
GM16348Gasket, valve rocker arm cover2Gasket eBay
GM16362Gasket, oil pan1Gasket eBay
GM16385Seal, intake valve stem oil6Seal Amazon eBay
GM16474Seal, crankshaft rear oil1Seal eBay
GM16482Pump, oil, .742 dia. tube (incl. items 38--43)1Pump Amazon eBay
GM16483Gasket, water pump cover1Gasket Amazon eBay
GM16496Seal, exhaust valve stem oil6Seal Amazon eBay
GM16536Gasket, thermostat cover2Gasket Amazon eBay
GM16582Gasket, water pump (part of item 31)1Gasket Amazon eBay
GM16703Filter, oil1Oil filter Amazon $9.06 eBay $58.00
GM22171Spark plug8Oil filter Amazon eBay
GM38981Gasket, crankshaft rear oil seal housing1Gasket eBay
GM39227Sensor, 1 bar TMAP1Sensor eBay
GM39601Sensor, coolant1Sensor eBay
GM42579Hose, fuel 3/8 in. 14.5 in.1Hose eBay
GM60238Gasket, man. adapter Venturi1Gasket Amazon eBay
GM69504O-ring1Seal eBay
GM72292Sensor, O21Sensor Amazon eBay
GM72303Sender, oil pressure1Sensor Amazon eBay
GM75023Seal, crankshaft pos. sensor1Seal Amazon eBay
GM75083Sensor, crishf posn1Sensor eBay
GM75088Seal, oil pan drn plug(o ring)1Seal eBay
GM75100Gasket, cyl hd1Gasket eBay
GM75133Hose, WP to Int Man1Hose eBay
GM75159Wires, Spark Plug1Spark plug eBay
GM75222Pump kit, wat, (incls plug, seal, cover, gasket)1Pump eBay
GM79552RadiatorRadiator Amazon eBay
GM79585-SThermostat, Service Kit (includes gasket)1Thermostat Amazon eBay eBay
GM83718Air Filter, Oil, qts. 5.0L GM837181Air filter Amazon eBay
GM85017Belt, Alt1Belt Amazon eBay $52.00
GM90538Camshaft Position Sensor (part of item 1)1Sensor Amazon eBay $154.89
GM90969-KP1-QS3" Concrete Mounting Pad (only comes in quantities of 5)Physical Amazon eBay
GM90969-KP2-QS4" Concrete Mounting Pad (only comes in quantities of 5)Physical Amazon eBay
GM92228-KP1-QS3" Concrete Mounting Pad (only comes in quantities of 5)Physical Amazon eBay
GM92228-KP2-QS4" Concrete Mounting Pad (only comes in quantities of 5)Physical Amazon eBay
X-312-47Hose (0.63 in. ID x 36 in.)1Hose eBay
X-391-19Connector, 90 degrees (5/8 in. ID hose)1Hose eBay $30.00
X-582-1Connector, hose (5/8 in. x 1/2 in. MIP brass)1Hose Amazon eBay
X-6014-137Hose, Wire Insert 3 in. ID1Hose Amazon eBay
352945Block heater (kit GM78529-KP1-QS)1Service part / kit eBay FridayParts $69.99
352946Block heater (kit GM78529-KP2)1Service part / kit eBay
GM16159Valve, PCV1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
GM17809Shield, heat (32 mm ID x 152 mm)1Service part / kit eBay
GM23718Shield, heat (32 mm ID x 455 mm)1Service part / kit eBay
GM29586Valve, throttle, 60 mm1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
GM62348-SKP1-QSMaintenance Kit1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
GM69494EPR assembly (5.0 L)1Service part / kit eBay
GM69500Mixer1Service part / kit eBay
GM72585EPR assembly (5.0 L, dual fuel)1Service part / kit eBay
GM75155Distributor HVS (includes item 10)1Service part / kit eBay
GM75164Coil, Ignition1Service part / kit eBay
GM83718-SKP1-QSMaintenance Kit1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
GM86771-SKP1-QSMaintenance Kit1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
GM89979-SKP1-QSMaintenance Kit1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
GM93396-SKP1-QSMaintenance Kit1Service part / kit Amazon eBay

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Available documents

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Priced items from this model's own parts manual.

Oil filter GM16703$9.06
1 priced item$9.06