The Kohler 6.5RMY generator is listed with standby output of 6 kW, Gasoline fuel, 60 Hz operation, 5 available voltage configurations, and Single-phase / Three phase.
Generator • Gasoline • 60 Hz • Single-phase / Three phase
Key specifications
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0.57 gal/hr
0.72 gal/hr
0.97 gal/hr
1.27 gal/hr
How the Kohler 6.5RMY compares
This compares the supplied numeric specification with Kohler generators in the same broad standby-power class where enough comparable data exists.
About 23% below the similar-output Kohler average. Around the 34th percentile for this field.
About 23% above the similar-output Kohler average. Around the 80th percentile for this field.
Generator information
| Manufacturer | Kohler |
|---|---|
| Model | 6.5RMY |
| Generator type | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
Electrical output
| Standby power | 6 kW |
|---|---|
| Standby kVA | 8.0 |
| Voltage options | 100 V, 120 V, 120/200 V, 240 V, 200 V |
| Phase | Single-phase / Three phase |
Engine, cooling and controls
| Engine model | Kohler K-582 |
|---|---|
| Engine displacement | 58 cu in (0.946 L) |
| Aspiration / cooling | air-cooled |
| Rated engine speed | 1800 rpm |
| Engine oil capacity | 1 gal (3.8 L) |
| Oil capacity | 1 gal (3.8 L) |
Fuel consumption
| Standby | 0.57 gal/h (2.2 L/h) @ 25%; 0.72 gal/h (2.7 L/h) @ 50%; 0.97 gal/h (3.7 L/h) @ 75%; 1.27 gal/h (4.8 L/h) @ 100% |
|---|
Maintenance and service parts
| Engine oil | Part number: 48 052 01 |
|---|---|
| Oil filter | Part number: 277233; Interval: 100 hr |
| Fuel filter | Part number: 92 050 02 | 278858; Interval: 500 hr; Specification: Secondary |
| Air filter | Part number: 230722; Interval: 100 hr |
| Coolant | Interval: 1000 hr |
| Belt | Interval: 500 hr |
Disclaimer: Specifications should be verified against the official owner’s or service manual and confirmed on the Kohler North America generator website.