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Kohler K20U Generator Set

The Kohler K20U is a 18 kW (18 kVA) Diesel Fuel/HVO standby generator set powered by a Kohler KDI 1903M engine. It is available at 240 V, single phase-phase and 60 Hz. It holds about 8.7 L (2.3 gal) of oil and 6.8 L (1.8 gal) of coolant. The set measures 1410×720×1080 mm (55.5×28.3×42.5 in) and weighs about 530 kg (1168 lb). An integrated tank holds 50 L (13.2 gal). The same KDI 1903M engine also powers generator sets from KDI and SDMO.

18 kW
Standby
1.861 L
Displacement
8.7 L
Oil capacity
1
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Specifications

FuelDiesel Fuel/HVO
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power18 kW
Standby kVA18
Prime power16 kW
ControllerAPM303, APM403, M80
Oil capacity8.7 L
AlternatorKohler KH00630T
Voltage options240 V
Phasesingle phase
Power factor1
Coolant capacity6.8 L
Dimensions (L×W×H)1410×720×1080 mm
Dry weight530 kg
Fuel tank50.0 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 K20U?

The Kohler K20U is rated 18 kW standby (18.0 kVA).

What engine does the Kohler K20U use?

The Kohler K20U is powered by the Kohler KDI 1903M engine.

What fuel does the Kohler K20U use?

The Kohler K20U runs on Diesel Fuel/HVO.

What is the oil capacity of the Kohler K20U?

The Kohler KDI 1903M engine in the Kohler K20U has an oil capacity of 8.9 liters.

What alternator does the Kohler K20U use?

The Kohler K20U uses a Kohler KH00630T alternator.

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

Spec sheet — k20um-1023 (Kohler)