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Kohler KD1250-A Generator Set

The Kohler KD1250-A is a 164 kW (1250 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Kohler KD1250-A engine. It is available at 208 V, 3-phase, 60 Hz and rated 600 A. It holds about 100 L (26.4 gal) of oil and 1000 L (264.2 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 45 °C. Starting uses 2 group-24 batteries rated 1000 CCA at 12 V. The set measures 2115×1100×1597 mm (83.3×43.3×62.9 in), weighs about 10033 kg (22119 lb) and produces 76 dBA at 7 m. An integrated tank holds 1000 L (264.2 gal), roughly 10 hours of runtime.

164 kW
Standby
12.5 L
Displacement
100.0 L
Oil capacity
3
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Service parts for the KD1250-A

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

Fuel system

1 required
KH03850TO4DFuel filtersee priceAmazon

Oil system

2 required
KH05520TO4DOil filtersee priceAmazon
KH04830TO4DOilsee priceAmazon

Belts

1 required
KH06810TO4DBeltsee priceAmazon

Cooling system

1 required
KH04590TO4DCoolantsee priceAmazon

Electrical

1 required
KH04920TO4DBatterysee priceAmazon

Ignition

1 required
KH05740TO4DSpark plugsee priceAmazon

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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power164 kW
Standby kVA1250
Prime power164 kW
EmissionsTier 4
ControllerKohler
Oil capacity100.0 L
AlternatorKH04830TO4D (4-pole, Class H insulation)
Voltage options208 V, 600 V
Phase3
Rated current600 A
Power factor0.8
Circuit breaker600 A
Battery group24
Battery cranking1000 CCA
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity2
Coolant capacity1000 L
Max ambient45 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)2115×1100×1597 mm
Dry weight10033 kg
Sound level76.0 dBA @ 7 m
Fuel tank1000.0 L
Tank runtime10 hr

Engine

Kohler KD1250-A
Oil capacity100.0 L
Coolant capacity1000.0 L
Displacement12.5 L
AspirationTurbocharged
Rated speed1500 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Kohler KD1250-A
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Fuel filterKohlerKH03850TO4D500 hr Amazon eBay
Oil filterKohlerKH05520TO4D500 hr Amazon eBay
BatteryKohlerKH04920TO4D1000 hr Amazon eBay
BeltKohlerKH06810TO4D1000 hr Amazon eBay
CoolantKohler1000.0 LKH04590TO4D1000 hr Amazon eBay
Oil10W-30100.0 LKH04830TO4D200 hr Amazon eBay
Spark plugKohlerKH05740TO4D1000 hr Amazon eBay

Service specifications

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TypeItemValueUnitCondition
Other10 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B361.95mm (14.25 in.)
Other10 in. weld flange outside diameter C406.4mm (16.0 in.)
Other10 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D12, 25.40mm (1.00 in.)
Other12 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B431.80mm (17.00 in.)
Other12 in. weld flange outside diameter C482.6mm (19.0 in.)
Other12 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D12, 25.40mm (1.00 in.)
Other14 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B476.25mm (18.75 in.)
Other14 in. weld flange outside diameter C533.4mm (21.0 in.)
Other14 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D12, 28.58mm (1.13 in.)
Other16 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B539.75mm (21.25 in.)
Other16 in. weld flange outside diameter C596.9mm (23.5 in.)
Other16 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D16, 28.58mm (1.13 in.)
Other18 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B577.85mm (22.75 in.)
Other18 in. weld flange outside diameter C635.0mm (25.0 in.)
Other18 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D16, 31.75mm (1.25 in.)
Other20 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B635.00mm (25.00 in.)
Other20 in. weld flange outside diameter C698.5mm (27.5 in.)
Other20 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D20, 31.75mm (1.25 in.)
Other5 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B215.90mm (8.50 in.)
Other5 in. weld flange outside diameter C241.30mm (9.50 in.)
Other5 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D8, 22.23mm (0.88 in.)
Other6 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B254.0mm (10.0 in.)
Other6 in. weld flange outside diameter C279.4mm (11.0 in.)
Other6 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D8, 22.23mm (0.88 in.)
Other8 in. weld flange bolt circle diameter B298.45mm (11.75 in.)
Other8 in. weld flange outside diameter C342.9mm (13.5 in.)
Other8 in. weld flange quantity of bolts / bolt hole diameter D8, 22.23mm (0.88 in.)
OtherWeld flange angle A (10, 12, 14 in. nominal pipe size)30deg.
OtherWeld flange angle A (16, 18, 20 in. nominal pipe size)22.5deg.
OtherWeld flange angle A (5, 6, 8 in. nominal pipe size)45deg.

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 size generator is the Kohler KD1250-A?

The Kohler KD1250-A is rated 164 kW standby (1250.0 kVA).

What engine is in the Kohler KD1250-A?

The Kohler KD1250-A is powered by the Kohler KD1250-A engine.

What kind of fuel does the Kohler KD1250-A run on?

The Kohler KD1250-A runs on Diesel.

How much oil does the Kohler KD1250-A take?

The Kohler KD1250-A engine in the Kohler KD1250-A has an oil capacity of 100.0 liters.

What alternator comes on the Kohler KD1250-A?

The Kohler KD1250-A uses a KH04830TO4D alternator. It has 4 poles. Insulation class H.

Which oil filter part number does the Kohler KD1250-A take?

The Kohler KD1250-A uses oil filter part number KH05520TO4D.

Which fuel filter part number does the Kohler KD1250-A take?

The Kohler KD1250-A uses fuel filter part number KH03850TO4D.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
KH03850TO4DAlternator Frame Size1Alternator Amazon eBay
KH04830TO4DAlternator Frame Size1Alternator Amazon eBay
KH05740TO4DAlternator Frame Size1Alternator Amazon eBay
KH06721TO4DAlternator Frame Size1Alternator Amazon eBay
KH06810TO4DAlternator Frame Size1Alternator Amazon eBay
KH04590TO4DCog with respect to different alternators1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
KH04920TO4DCog with respect to different alternators1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
KH05520TO4DCog with respect to different alternators1Service part / kit Amazon eBay
KH05641TO4DCog with respect to different alternators1Service 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.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime50%10.026.4
Prime75%15.033.0
Prime100%20.044.0
Standby50%10.026.4
Standby75%15.033.0
Standby100%20.044.0

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