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Kohler K20 Generator Set

The Kohler K20 is a 19 kW (23.75 kVA) Diesel Fuel/HVO standby generator set powered by a Kohler KDI 1903M engine. It is available at 480/277 V, 440/254 V and 220/127 V, 3-phase and 60 Hz. It holds about 6.5 L (1.7 gal) of oil and 6.8 L (1.8 gal) of coolant. The set measures 1460×715×1081 mm (57.5×28.1×42.6 in), weighs about 470 kg (1036 lb) and produces 1 dBA at 7 m. An integrated tank holds 68 L (18.0 gal). The same KDI 1903M engine also powers generator sets from KDI and SDMO.

19 kW
Standby
1.861 L
Displacement
6.5 L
Oil capacity
2
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Specifications

FuelDiesel Fuel/HVO
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power19 kW
Standby kVA23
Prime power17 kW
EmissionsStage IIIA
ControllerAPM303, APM403, M80
Oil capacity6.5 L
AlternatorKH00501T (4-pole, Class H insulation)
Voltage options480/277 V, 440/254 V, 220/127 V
Phase3
Power factor0.8
Battery voltage12 V
Coolant capacity6.8 L
Dimensions (L×W×H)1460×715×1081 mm
Dry weight470 kg
Sound level1.0 dBA @ [{'model': 'Compact version @7m in dB(A) 60Hz (100% PRP)', 'value': 64}, {'model': 'M136 - Dimensions DW soundproofed version @7m in dB(A) 60Hz (100% PRP)', 'value': 64}] m
Fuel tank68.0 L

Engine

Kohler KDI 1903M
Oil capacity8.9 L
Coolant capacity10.5 L
Displacement1.861 L
AspirationNatural
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Kohler KDI 1903M
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter find
Fuel filter500 hr find
Oil filter×1500 hr find
Belt2000 hr find
Coolant500.0 l
Oil500.0 l500 hr

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Kohler K20?

The Kohler K20 is rated 19 kW standby (23.75 kVA).

What engine does the Kohler K20 use?

The Kohler K20 is powered by the Kohler KDI 1903M engine.

What fuel does the Kohler K20 use?

The Kohler K20 runs on Diesel Fuel/HVO.

What is the oil capacity of the Kohler K20?

The Kohler KDI 1903M engine in the Kohler K20 has an oil capacity of 8.9 liters.

What alternator does the Kohler K20 use?

The Kohler K20 uses a KH00501T alternator. It has 4 poles. Insulation class H.

Parts

1
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
ED0082051360-SCOV.HEAD GASK.-OR SET 1903 M1Gasket PartsGeek

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Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime
Standby

Available documents

Engine spec — K20 K22 SDMO (Kohler)Spec sheet — k20u-0226 (Kohler)Spec sheet — k20u-1023 (Kohler)