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Kohler J40U Generator Set

The Kohler J40U is a 39 kW (39 kVA) Diesel/HVO standby generator set powered by a John Deere 3029TSG20* engine. It is available at 240 V, mono-bi-phase, 60 Hz and rated 162 A. The set measures 1700×896×1243 mm (66.9×35.3×48.9 in), weighs about 694 kg (1530 lb) and produces 80 dBA at 1 m. An integrated tank holds 100 L (26.4 gal). The same 3029TSG20* engine also powers generator sets from John Deere.

39 kW
Standby
2.91 L
Displacement
1
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Specifications

FuelDiesel/HVO
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power39 kW
Standby kVA39
Prime power35 kW
ControllerAPM303, APM403
AlternatorKH00810T (4-pole, Class H insulation)
Voltage options240 V
Phasemono-bi
Rated current162 A
Battery voltage12 V
Dimensions (L×W×H)1700×896×1243 mm
Dry weight694 kg
Sound level80.0 dBA @ [1, 7, 1, 7] m
Fuel tank100.0 L

Engine

John Deere 3029TSG20*
Displacement2.91 L
Aspirationturbo
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the John Deere 3029TSG20*
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter002175339000 PartsGeek
Fuel filter336661 Amazon eBay $12.00 PartsGeek $6.98
Oil filter find
Belt find
Coolant16.1 l
Oil6.0 l

Compatible filters for the John Deere 3029TSG20* — cross-referenced via Donaldson. Options to verify against your serial number, not confirmed for this exact unit.

  • Oil filter: Kohler 330560632 Kohler 360031 Kohler 223604 John Deere DZ112582 John Deere DZ118286

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Kohler J40U?

The Kohler J40U is rated 39 kW standby (39.0 kVA).

What engine does the Kohler J40U use?

The Kohler J40U is powered by the John Deere 3029TSG20* engine.

What fuel does the Kohler J40U use?

The Kohler J40U runs on Diesel/HVO.

What alternator does the Kohler J40U use?

The Kohler J40U uses a KH00810T alternator. It has 4 poles. Insulation class H.

What oil filter does the Kohler J40U use?

The Kohler J40U uses oil filter part numbers KOHLER 330560632, KOHLER 360031.

What fuel filter does the Kohler J40U use?

The Kohler J40U uses fuel filter part number 336661.

What air filter does the Kohler J40U use?

The Kohler J40U uses air filter part number 002175339000.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime
Standby

Available documents

Spec sheet — j40um-0525 (Kohler)

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