The Kohler KD165 generator is listed with standby output of 150 kW, Diesel fuel, 50 Hz operation, 5 available voltage configurations, Three phase, and sound level of 97.0 dBA @ [[None, 1], [None, 7]] m.
Generator • Diesel • 50 Hz • Three phase
Key specifications
Useful generator charts
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3.74 gal/hr
6.37 gal/hr
9.15 gal/hr
11.82 gal/hr
18.1 hr
10.6 hr
7.4 hr
5.7 hr
53.2 kW
40 kW
150 kW
150 kW
How the Kohler KD165 compares
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About 33% below the similar-output Kohler average. Around the 8th percentile for this field.
About 52% below the similar-output Kohler average. Around the 2nd percentile for this field.
About 29% above the similar-output Kohler average. Around the 94th percentile for this field.
About 29% below the similar-output Kohler average. Around the 20th percentile for this field.
Generator information
| Manufacturer | Kohler |
|---|---|
| Model | KD165 |
| Generator type | Generator |
| Fuel | Diesel |
| Frequency | 50 Hz |
Electrical output
| Standby power | 150 kW |
|---|---|
| Prime power | 150 kW |
| Standby kVA | 165.0 |
| Voltage options | 400/230 V, 230 V, 380/220 V, 415/240 V, 240 V |
| Phase | Three phase |
Engine, cooling and controls
| Engine model | John Deere 6068HF120-153 |
|---|---|
| Engine displacement | 410 cu in (6.72 L) |
| Aspiration / cooling | Turbo |
| Rated engine speed | 1500 rpm |
| Engine oil capacity | 5.68 gal (21.5 L) |
| Engine coolant capacity | 6.82 gal (25.8 L) |
| Oil capacity | 5.68 gal (21.5 L) |
| Coolant capacity | 7.34 gal (27.8 L) |
| Controller | APM303 APM403 |
| Alternator | KH01191T (4-pole, Class H insulation) |
Physical specifications
| Dry weight | 2, 822 lb (1, 280 kg) |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 84.7 × 43.4 × 60.3 in (2152 × 1103 × 1531 mm) |
| Sound level | 97.0 dBA @ [[None, 1], [None, 7]] m |
Battery
| Battery voltage | 12 V |
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Fuel system and runtime
| Fuel tank | 67.6 gal (256 L) |
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Fuel consumption
| Prime | 3.6 L/h @ 0% |
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Maintenance and service parts
| Coolant | Capacity: 10.0 |
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Estimated fuel consumption
| 25% load | 3.74 gal/hr (14.1 L/hr) |
|---|---|
| 50% load | 6.37 gal/hr (24.1 L/hr) |
| 75% load | 9.15 gal/hr (34.6 L/hr) |
| 100% load | 11.82 gal/hr (44.7 L/hr) |
Disclaimer: Specifications should be verified against the official owner’s or service manual and confirmed on the Kohler North America generator website.