The Kohler GMKD1600 generator is listed with standby output of 1600 kW, Diesel fuel, 60 Hz operation, 4 available voltage configurations, Three phase, and sound level of 97 dBA @ 23 ft (7 m).
Generator • Diesel • 60 Hz • Three phase
Key specifications
Useful generator charts
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34.9 gal/hr
62.2 gal/hr
88.2 gal/hr
111.8 gal/hr
44.4 hr
24.9 hr
17.6 hr
13.9 hr
55.3 kW
51.6 kW
1,600 kW
1,440 kW
How the Kohler GMKD1600 compares
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About 18% below the similar-output Kohler average. Around the 42nd percentile for this field.
About 15% below the similar-output Kohler average. Around the 46th percentile for this field.
Very close to the similar-output Kohler average. Around the 43rd percentile for this field.
About 33% below the similar-output Kohler average. Around the 22nd percentile for this field.
Generator information
| Manufacturer | Kohler |
|---|---|
| Model | GMKD1600 |
| Generator type | Generator |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
Electrical output
| Standby power | 1600 kW |
|---|---|
| Prime power | 1440 kW |
| Standby kVA | 2000.0 |
| Voltage options | 220/380 V, 230/400 V, 240/415 V, 1905/3300 V |
| Phase | Three phase |
| Power factor | 0.8 |
Engine, cooling and controls
| Engine model | Kohler KD45V20 |
|---|---|
| Engine displacement | 2, 743 cu in (44.946 L) |
| Aspiration / cooling | Turbocharged after-cooled |
| Rated engine speed | 1500 rpm |
| Engine oil capacity | 47.6 gal (180 L) |
| Engine coolant capacity | 37.8 gal (143 L) |
| Oil capacity | 43.6 gal (165 L) |
| Coolant capacity | 80 gal (303 L) |
| Maximum ambient | 122 °F (50 °C) |
| Controller | APM603, APM802 |
| Alternator | KH04590TO4D, KH04920TO4D, KH05641TO4D, KH05740TO4D, KH06721TO4D, KH06810TO4D |
| Emissions | Tier 2 |
Physical specifications
| Dry weight | 28, 931 lb (13, 123 kg) |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 228.3 × 93.8 × 101.6 in (5799 × 2382 × 2580 mm) |
| Sound level | 97 dBA @ 23 ft (7 m) |
Battery
| Battery cranking | 1110 CCA |
|---|---|
| Battery voltage | 12 V |
| Battery quantity | 4 |
Fuel system and runtime
| Fuel tank | 1, 548.8 gal (5, 863 L) |
|---|
Fuel consumption
| Standby | 34.9 gal/h (132.0 L/h) @ 25%; 62.2 gal/h (235.0 L/h) @ 50%; 88.2 gal/h (334.0 L/h) @ 75%; 111.8 gal/h (423.0 L/h) @ 100% |
|---|---|
| Prime | 33.5 gal/h (127.0 L/h) @ 25%; 56.8 gal/h (215.0 L/h) @ 50%; 80.1 gal/h (303.0 L/h) @ 75%; 103.5 gal/h (392.0 L/h) @ 100% |
Maintenance and service parts
| Engine oil | Interval: 250 hr; Capacity: 180.0 l |
|---|---|
| Oil filter | Part number: 230510001; Interval: 250 hr; Capacity: ×4 |
| Fuel filter | Part number: 330510016; Specification: Primary Engine Filter; Capacity: ×1 |
| Air filter | Interval: 3000 hr; Specification: main element |
| Coolant | Interval: 6000 hr; Specification: SI-OAT or hybrid technology with ethylene glycol; Capacity: 143.0 l |
| Belt | Interval: 3000 hr; Specification: battery charging alternator |
Disclaimer: Specifications should be verified against the official owner’s or service manual and confirmed on the Kohler North America generator website.