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Kohler KG6208THD

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Kohler KG6208THD is a 6.2 L V8 turbocharged and aftercooled natural-gas engine used in the KG125R generator set. The official Kohler specification lists 152 kWm and 125 kWe standby at 1800 RPM with EPA NSPS stationary spark-ignited certification.

Kohler KG6208THD 6.2L V8 Turbocharged Aftercooled natural gas generator engine — 156 kVA standby specifications
Kohler KG6208THD 6.2L V8 Turbocharged Aftercooled natural gas generator engine — 156 kVA standby specifications
Standby Power · 60 Hz
156 kVA
Electrical Output
125 kWe
Cylinders
V8
Displacement
6.2 L
Rated Speed
1,800 RPM

Power Ratings

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

60 Hz1800 RPM

kWmkWekVA
Standby Power125156

Kohler KG6208THD generator set context

The Kohler KG6208THD is listed here as a natural gas generator-drive engine for 60 Hz generator sets, with a headline 156 kVA / 125 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.

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Technical Specifications

BrandKohler
ModelKG6208THD
SeriesKG
ConfigurationV8 Turbocharged Aftercooled
Cylinders8
Displacement6.2 L
Compression Ratio9.8:1
Fuel TypeNatural Gas
Ignition TypeSpark Ignition
Cooling MethodLiquid-Cooled
Emissions StandardU.S. EPA Stationary
CertificationsU.S. EPA NSPS Stationary Spark-Ignited
Country of OriginUnited States

Frequently asked questions

What is the power output of the Kohler KG6208THD?

The Kohler KG6208THD is rated at 156 kVA standby at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the KG6208THD run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Kohler KG6208THD is rated for 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the Kohler KG6208THD use?

The Kohler KG6208THD is a Natural Gas generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the KG6208THD?

The Kohler KG6208THD is a V8 (8-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 6.2 L.

What emissions standard does the KG6208THD meet?

The Kohler KG6208THD is certified to U.S. EPA Stationary emissions standards.

Is the Kohler KG6208THD still in production?

Yes — the Kohler KG6208THD is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the KG6208THD?

Yes — an official Kohler datasheet for the Kohler KG6208THD can be downloaded from this page.

Reference

Last database update
2026-07-25
Manufacturer files
1 datasheet linked

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