The Kohler GMKD800 generator is listed with standby output of 800 kW, Diesel fuel, 60 Hz operation, 9 available voltage configurations, Three phase, and sound level of 96 dBA @ 23 ft (7 m).
Generator • Diesel • 60 Hz • Three phase
Key specifications
Useful generator charts
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17.3 gal/hr
31.2 gal/hr
44.6 gal/hr
57.5 gal/hr
53.1 hr
29.4 hr
20.6 hr
16 hr
800 kW
720 kW
How the Kohler GMKD800 compares
This compares the supplied numeric specification with Kohler generators in the same broad standby-power class where enough comparable data exists.
About 29% above the similar-output Kohler average. Around the 77th percentile for this field.
About 7% above the similar-output Kohler average. Around the 83rd percentile for this field.
About 27% above the similar-output Kohler average. Around the 71st percentile for this field.
Generator information
| Manufacturer | Kohler |
|---|---|
| Model | GMKD800 |
| Generator type | Generator |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Frequency | 60 Hz |
Electrical output
| Standby power | 800 kW |
|---|---|
| Prime power | 720 kW |
| Standby kVA | 1000.0 |
| Voltage options | 240/416 V, 254/440 V, 277/480 V, 120/208 V, 127/220 V, 139/240 V, 230/400 V, 220/380 V, 347/600 V |
| Phase | Three phase |
| Power factor | 0.8 |
Engine, cooling and controls
| Engine model | Kohler KD27V12 |
|---|---|
| Engine displacement | 1, 646 cu in (26.967 L) |
| Aspiration / cooling | Turbocompresor |
| Rated engine speed | 1500 rpm |
| Engine oil capacity | 26.6 gal (100.7 L) |
| Engine coolant capacity | 14.4 gal (54.5 L) |
| Oil capacity | 26.6 gal (100.7 L) |
| Coolant capacity | 29.9 gal (113 L) |
| Maximum ambient | 122 °F (50 °C) |
| Controller | APM603, APM802 |
| Alternator | KH02970TO4D, KH03450TO4D, KH04070TO4D |
| Emissions | Tier 2 |
Physical specifications
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 164.6 × 75.7 × 86.6 in (4181 × 1924 × 2200 mm) |
|---|---|
| Sound level | 96 dBA @ 23 ft (7 m) |
Battery
| Battery cranking | 1110 CCA |
|---|---|
| Battery voltage | 12 V |
| Battery quantity | 2 |
Fuel system and runtime
| Fuel tank | 918 gal (3, 475 L) |
|---|
Fuel consumption
| Standby | 17.3 gal/h (66.0 L/h) @ 25%; 31.2 gal/h (118.0 L/h) @ 50%; 44.6 gal/h (169.0 L/h) @ 75%; 57.5 gal/h (218.0 L/h) @ 100% |
|---|---|
| Prime | 16.3 gal/h (62.0 L/h) @ 25%; 28.5 gal/h (108.0 L/h) @ 50%; 40.7 gal/h (154.0 L/h) @ 75%; 52.8 gal/h (200.0 L/h) @ 100% |
Maintenance and service parts
| Engine oil | Interval: 500 hr; Specification: ACEA E4/E7/E6/E9; Capacity: 101.0 l |
|---|---|
| Oil filter | Part number: 230510001; Specification: Cartridge; Capacity: ×2 |
| Fuel filter | Part number: 330510016; Specification: Primary Engine Filter; Capacity: ×1 |
| Coolant | Interval: 6000 hr; Specification: BASF GLYSANTIN G40/G48; Capacity: 55.0 l |
| Belt | Interval: 4000 hr; Specification: Belt for water pump and 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.