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Kohler KD1500 Generator Set

The Kohler KD1500 is a 1500 kW (1500 kVA) Diesel standby generator set powered by a Kohler KD36V16 engine. It is available at 220/380 V, 230/400 V, 240/415 V and 1905/3300 V, 3-phase and 50 Hz. It holds about 180 L (47.6 gal) of oil and 285 L (75.3 gal) of coolant, with a maximum ambient rating of 40 °C. Starting uses 4 batteries rated 1110 CCA at 12 V. The set measures 5689×2152×2415 mm (224.0×84.7×95.1 in) and weighs about 12896 kg (28431 lb). An integrated tank holds 5863 L (1548.8 gal).

1500 kW
Standby
35.956 L
Displacement
180.0 L
Oil capacity
5
Document types

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Specifications

FuelDiesel
Frequency50.0 Hz
Standby power1500 kW
Standby kVA1500
Prime power1080 kW
EmissionsTier 2
ControllerAPM603, APM802
Oil capacity180.0 L
Voltage options220/380 V, 230/400 V, 240/415 V, 1905/3300 V
Phase3
Power factor0.8
Battery cranking1110 CCA
Battery voltage12 V
Battery quantity4
Coolant capacity285 L
Max ambient40 °C
Dimensions (L×W×H)5689×2152×2415 mm
Dry weight12896 kg
Fuel tank5863.0 L

Engine

Kohler KD36V16
Oil capacity135.0 L
Coolant capacity235.0 L
Displacement35.956 L
AspirationTurbocharged, Intercooled
Rated speed1500 rpm

Maintenance & consumables

for the Kohler KD36V16
ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Fuel filter230510004 Amazon eBay $40.00
Fuel filterPrimary Engine Filter×1330510016 Amazon eBay $55.00
Oil filter×4230510001 Amazon eBay $48.00

Common questions

What is the power rating of the Kohler KD1500?

The Kohler KD1500 is rated 1500 kW standby (1500.0 kVA).

What engine does the Kohler KD1500 use?

The Kohler KD1500 is powered by the Kohler KD36V16 engine.

What fuel does the Kohler KD1500 use?

The Kohler KD1500 runs on Diesel.

What is the oil capacity of the Kohler KD1500?

The Kohler KD36V16 engine in the Kohler KD1500 has an oil capacity of 135.0 liters.

Troubleshooting

1

Fault codes

CodeMeaning
M3.212APM INTERNAL power BATTERY WARNING

Fault codes and symptom→remedy steps extracted from this model’s service/owner documentation; verify against the official manual before servicing.

Parts

5
Part #DescriptionQtySystem
230610191Cylinder head cover assembly1Service part / kit buy
230610556Cylinder head cover assembly2Service part / kit buy
230610589Cylinder head cover assembly2Service part / kit buy
PA-361625Exhaust Silencer, Critical2Service part / kit Amazon eBay
PA-361626Exhaust Silencer, Hospital2Service part / kit Amazon eBay

Service, wear & replacement parts referenced for this model and its engine — confirm the exact part for your serial number. See the full parts catalog to search and cross-reference.

Fuel consumption

RatingLoadL/hgal/h
Prime25%80.021.1
Prime50%145.038.4
Prime75%212.056.1
Prime100%285.075.3
Standby25%86.022.7
Standby50%158.041.6
Standby75%232.061.2
Standby100%309.081.6

Available documents

BrochureSpec sheetReferenceParts manualWiring diagram

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