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Kohler KG50 Generator Set

The Kohler KG50 is a 50 kW (66 kVA) natural gas standby generator set powered by a Kohler KG6208 engine. It is available at 120/208 V, 127/220 V, 120/240 V, 139/240 V, 220/380 V, 277/480 V and 347/600 V, 3-phase and 60 Hz. It holds about 7.1 L (1.9 gal) of oil and 20.8 L (5.5 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 50 °C. Starting uses 1 battery rated 630 CCA at 12 V. The set measures 2200×1040×1170 mm (86.6×40.9×46.1 in).

50 kW
Standby
6.2 L
Displacement
7.1 L
Oil capacity
5
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Specifications

Fuelnatural gas
Frequency60.0 Hz
Standby power50 kW
Standby kVA66
EmissionsEPA-Certified
ControllerAPM402
Oil capacity7.1 L
AlternatorKohler Fast-Response permanent-magnet
Voltage options120/208 V, 127/220 V, 120/240 V, 139/240 V, 220/380 V, 277/480 V, 347/600 V
Phase3
Power factor0.8
Battery cranking630 CCA
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity1
Coolant capacity20.8 L
Max ambient50 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)2200×1040×1170 mm

Engine

Kohler KG6208
Oil capacity7.1 L
Coolant capacity21.3 L
Displacement6.2 L
AspirationNaturally Aspirated
Rated speed1800 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Kohler KG6208
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Oil filterCartridge×1 find
Coolant50% ethylene glycol and 50% clean, softened water21.3 l
Oil7.1 L

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Kohler KG50?

The Kohler KG50 is rated 50 kW standby (66.0 kVA).

What engine does the Kohler KG50 use?

The Kohler KG50 is powered by the Kohler KG6208 engine.

What fuel does the Kohler KG50 use?

The Kohler KG50 runs on natural gas.

What is the oil capacity of the Kohler KG50?

The Kohler KG6208 engine in the Kohler KG50 has an oil capacity of 7.1 liters.

What alternator does the Kohler KG50 use?

The Kohler KG50 uses a Kohler Fast-Response permanent-magnet alternator.

Parts

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Part #DescriptionQtySystem
253107Element, Air Cleaner1Air filter Amazon eBay $69.00 PartsGeek
253481Hose, Hump reducer (4 in. to 3 in.)2Hose PartsGeek
A-253104Air cleaner assembly1Air filter PartsGeek
GM101208Hose barb, crankcase breather1Hose PartsGeek
GM101211Thermostat, 6.2L1Thermostat PartsGeek
GM101223Sensor, 6.2L oil pressure1Sensor PartsGeek
GM101269Filter, 6.2L oil1Oil filter Amazon eBay $49.00 PartsGeek
GM102050Tensioner, 6.2L drive belt1Belt PartsGeek
GM102769Hose, Upper radiator1Hose PartsGeek
GM104549Hose, Radiator lower1Hose PartsGeek
GM104553Hose, Radiator upper1Hose PartsGeek
GM104554Hose, Reducer1Hose PartsGeek
GM104555Hose, Reducer1Hose PartsGeek
GM104787Air cleaner assembly1Air filter PartsGeek
GM105068Water Pump, W/ Gaskets1Pump PartsGeek
GM105082Gasket, Timing Cover1Gasket PartsGeek
GM105083Timing Cover1Gasket PartsGeek
GM105110Intake Gasket2Gasket PartsGeek
GM105112Head Gasket1Gasket PartsGeek
GM105118Oil Pump Assembly, With Pickup Tube1Pump PartsGeek
GM105119Gasket, Oil Pan, One Piece1Gasket PartsGeek
GM105121Bolt, HFH, 3/8- 16 x 2.25 (Water Pump)4Pump PartsGeek
GM105125Gasket, Water Pump2Gasket PartsGeek
GM105166Oilcool line, Lower, F6-06-06-8-8-8C-9201Hose PartsGeek
GM105167Oilcool line, Upper, F6-06-06-8-8-8C-14321Hose PartsGeek
GM14098Hose, Lower radiator (44 mm ID)1Hose PartsGeek
GM62309Element, Air cleaner1Air filter Amazon eBay $510.99 PartsGeek
X-312-62Hose, .63 ID1Hose PartsGeek
X-6014-137Hose, Wire Insert 3 in. ID1Hose PartsGeek
X-6380-12Hose, Charged air cooler2Hose PartsGeek
246242voltage reconnection decalService part / kit PartsGeek
G4-306Service part / kit PartsGeek
G4-307Service part / kit PartsGeek
GM101207Valve, PCV1Service part / kit PartsGeek
GM105063Connecting Rod8Service part / kit PartsGeek
GM105067Camshaft1Service part / kit PartsGeek
GM105073Bolt, HFH, 1/4- 20 x .50, WHZ1Service part / kit PartsGeek
GM105128Valve, Intake4Service part / kit PartsGeek
GM105129Valve, Exhaust4Service part / kit PartsGeek
GM105130Valve Spring8Service part / kit PartsGeek
GM105131Spring Locator (Valve)8Service part / kit PartsGeek
GM114539Wireless BridgeService part / kit PartsGeek
GM88281Power Relay ModuleService part / kit PartsGeek
GM88281-1Load Shed AssemblyService part / kit PartsGeek

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
Standby25%
Standby50%
Standby75%
Standby100%

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