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Kohler GMKD1250-A Generator Set

The Kohler GMKD1250-A is a 1152 kW (1440 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Kohler KD36V16 engine. It is available at 220/380 V, 230/400 V, 240/415 V and 1905/3300 V, 3-phase and 50 Hz. It holds about 135 L (35.7 gal) of oil and 235 L (62.1 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 40 °C. Starting uses 4 batteries rated 1110 CCA at 12 V. The set measures 5291×2184×2311 mm (208.3×86.0×91.0 in). An integrated tank holds 5863 L (1548.8 gal).

1152 kW
Standby
36.0 L
Displacement
135.0 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power1152 kW
Standby kVA1440
Prime power1040 kW
ControllerAPM603, APM802
Oil capacity135.0 L
AlternatorKH03850TO4D, KH04590TO4D, KH04830TO4D, KH05520TO4D, KH05641TO4D, KH06721TO4D, KH06810TO4D
Voltage options220/380 V, 230/400 V, 240/415 V, 1905/3300 V
Phase3
Power factor0.8
Battery cranking1110 CCA
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity4
Coolant capacity235 L
Max ambient40 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)5291×2184×2311 mm
Fuel tank5863.0 L

Engine

Kohler KD36V16
Oil capacity135.0 L
Coolant capacity235.0 L
Displacement36.0 L
AspirationTurbocharged, Intercooled
Rated speed1500 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Kohler KD36V16
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterAir filter main element3000 hr find
Fuel filterPrimary fuel filter×11000 hr find
Oil filterWith Category 3 oil (Standard)×41000 hr find
BeltV-ribbed belt for battery charging alternator (PRP / COP)4000 hr find
CoolantBASF GLYSANTIN G40 (With analysis extension)124.0 l8000 hr
OilLubricant Category 3 (Standard)150.0 l1000 hr

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Kohler GMKD1250-A?

The Kohler GMKD1250-A is rated 1152 kW standby (1440.0 kVA).

What engine does the Kohler GMKD1250-A use?

The Kohler GMKD1250-A is powered by the Kohler KD36V16 engine.

What fuel does the Kohler GMKD1250-A use?

The Kohler GMKD1250-A runs on Diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the Kohler GMKD1250-A?

The Kohler KD36V16 engine in the Kohler GMKD1250-A has an oil capacity of 135.0 liters.

What alternator does the Kohler GMKD1250-A use?

The Kohler GMKD1250-A uses a KH03850TO4D, KH04590TO4D, KH04830TO4D, KH05520TO4D, KH05641TO4D, KH06721TO4D, KH06810TO4D alternator.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
230610585Crankshaft sealing1Seal PartsGeek
230611969Fuel filter1Fuel filter PartsGeek
230612306Fuel lines1Hose PartsGeek
230612344High pressure pump w. fastening2Pump PartsGeek
230612372Injection lines1Hose PartsGeek
230612373Injector with fastening16Injector PartsGeek
230612377Leak oil line add-on1Hose PartsGeek
230612379Lube oil pump with fastening1Pump PartsGeek

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Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime25%73.019.3
Prime50%135.035.7
Prime75%199.052.5
Prime100%267.070.5
Standby25%79.020.9
Standby50%148.039.1
Standby75%218.057.6
Standby100%293.077.4

Available documents

Spec sheet — g5612 (Kohler)