The Kohler GMKD3000 generator is listed with standby output of 3000 kW, Diesel fuel, 60 Hz operation, and sound level of 99 dBA @ 23 ft (7 m).
Generator • Diesel • 60 Hz
Key specifications
Useful generator charts
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71 gal/hr
120.4 gal/hr
176.8 gal/hr
200.5 gal/hr
3,000 kW
2,720 kW
How the Kohler GMKD3000 compares
This compares the supplied numeric specification with Kohler generators in the same broad standby-power class where enough comparable data exists.
About 54% above the similar-output Kohler average. Around the 89th percentile for this field.
Very close to the similar-output Kohler average. Around the 83rd percentile for this field.
About 69% above the similar-output Kohler average. Around the 94th percentile for this field.
Generator information
| Manufacturer | Kohler |
|---|---|
| Model | GMKD3000 |
| Generator type | Generator |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
Electrical output
| Standby power | 3000 kW |
|---|---|
| Prime power | 2720 kW |
| Standby kVA | 3750.0 |
Engine, cooling and controls
| Engine model | Kohler KD83V16 |
|---|---|
| Engine displacement | 5, 065 cu in (83 L) |
| Aspiration / cooling | Turbocharged, Intercooled |
| Rated engine speed | 1800 rpm |
| Engine oil capacity | 111 gal (420 L) |
| Engine coolant capacity | 99.1 gal (375 L) |
| Oil capacity | 111 gal (420 L) |
| Coolant capacity | 314.9 gal (1, 192 L) |
| Maximum ambient | 122 °F (50 °C) |
| Controller | APM603, APM802 |
| Emissions | Tier 2 |
Physical specifications
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 301.2 × 124.9 × 135.9 in (7650 × 3172 × 3451 mm) |
|---|---|
| Sound level | 99 dBA @ 23 ft (7 m) |
Battery
| Battery cranking | 1110 CCA |
|---|---|
| Battery voltage | 12 V |
| Battery quantity | 4 |
Fuel consumption
| Standby | 71.0 gal/h (269.0 L/h) @ 25%; 120.4 gal/h (456.0 L/h) @ 50%; 176.8 gal/h (669.0 L/h) @ 75%; 200.5 gal/h (759.0 L/h) @ 100% |
|---|---|
| Prime | 63.1 gal/h (239.0 L/h) @ 25%; 116.5 gal/h (441.0 L/h) @ 50%; 159.1 gal/h (602.0 L/h) @ 75%; 191.0 gal/h (723.0 L/h) @ 100% |
Maintenance and service parts
| Oil filter | Part number: 230510002; Capacity: ×8 |
|---|---|
| Fuel filter | Part number: — | 330510016; Specification: Primary Engine Filter; Capacity: ×3 |
Disclaimer: Specifications should be verified against the official owner’s or service manual and confirmed on the Kohler North America generator website.