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Kohler KD103V20

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Kohler KD103V20 103.4L 20-cylinder G-Drive diesel engine for generator sets (up to KD4000). 4000 ekW standby at 60Hz / 3500 ekW standby at 50Hz. EPA Tier 2. Turbocharged Aftercooled, Common Rail.

Kohler KD103V20 103.4L V20 diesel generator engine — 4,375 kVA standby specifications
Kohler KD103V20 103.4L V20 diesel generator engine — 4,375 kVA standby specifications
Standby Power · 50 Hz
4,375 kVA
Electrical Output
3,500 kWe
Cylinders
V20
Displacement
103.4 L
Rated Speed
1,500 / 1,800 RPM

Power Ratings

kWm = mechanical shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = kWe ÷ 0.8 pf

50 Hz1500 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power3533.331803975
Standby Power3888.935004375

60 Hz1800 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Prime Power4044.436404550
Standby Power4444.440005000

Kohler KD103V20 generator set context

The Kohler KD103V20 is listed here as a diesel generator-drive engine for 50 Hz and 60 Hz generator sets, with a headline 4,375 kVA / 3,500 kWe / standby rating. Use this page to compare the published engine output, electrical kWe/kVA ratings, emissions level, datasheet availability, and neighboring models before specifying an alternator, controller, enclosure, voltage, and compliance package.

Also searched as

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Technical Specifications

BrandKohler
ModelKD103V20
SeriesKD Series
ConfigurationV20
Cylinders20
Displacement103.4 L
Fuel TypeDiesel
Ignition TypeCompression Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardU.S. EPA Tier 2
Country of OriginFrance

Frequently asked questions

What is the power output of the Kohler KD103V20?

The Kohler KD103V20 is rated at 4,375 kVA standby / 3,975 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 5,000 kVA standby / 4,550 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the KD103V20 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Kohler KD103V20 is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the Kohler KD103V20 use?

The Kohler KD103V20 is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the KD103V20?

The Kohler KD103V20 is a V20 (20-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 103.4 L.

What emissions standard does the KD103V20 meet?

The Kohler KD103V20 is certified to U.S. EPA Tier 2 emissions standards.

Is the Kohler KD103V20 still in production?

Yes — the Kohler KD103V20 is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the KD103V20?

Yes — an official Kohler datasheet for the Kohler KD103V20 can be downloaded from this page.

Reference

Last database update
2026-06-11
Manufacturer files
1 datasheet linked

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