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Kohler KD62V12

KD Series

The Kohler KD62V12 is a 62.4 L V12 diesel generator engine used in KD2000-KD2500 generator sets. It is listed at 2,250 kWe standby at 50 Hz and 2,500 kWe standby at 60 Hz, with published prime/standby kWe and kVA ratings for high-power standby projects.

Kohler KD62V12|MEGA-POWER CLASSIFICATION
GENSET ARCHITECTURE: V1262.4 L
HEAVY-DUTY GENSET INTEGRATION PLATFORM
POWER CLASSIFICATION3125 kVA
ELECTRICAL OUTPUT2500 kWe
FUEL SYSTEMDiesel
READY FOR TURNKEY PACKAGING

Standby Power

3125 kVA

Electrical Output

2500 kWe

Cylinders / Config

V12

Displacement

62.4 L

Rated Speed

1,500 RPM

ISO 8528 Power Ratings

Power Factor: 0.8 pf

kWm = mechanical engine shaft power · kWe = electrical output · kVA = apparent electrical power.

50 Hz Grid Frequency1500 RPM
Operating DutykWm (Mechanical)kWe (Electrical)kVA (Rating)
Prime2277.820502562.5
Standby250022502812.5
60 Hz Grid Frequency1800 RPM
Operating DutykWm (Mechanical)kWe (Electrical)kVA (Rating)
Prime250022502812.5
Standby2777.825003125

Mechanical & Electrical Specifications

BrandKohler
ModelKD62V12
SeriesKD Series
ConfigurationV12
Cylinders12
Displacement62.4 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 KD62V12?

The Kohler KD62V12 is rated at 2,813 kVA standby / 2,563 kVA prime at 50 Hz (1,500 rpm); and 3,125 kVA standby / 2,813 kVA prime at 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

Does the KD62V12 run at 50 Hz or 60 Hz?

The Kohler KD62V12 is available for both 50 Hz (1,500 rpm) and 60 Hz (1,800 rpm).

What fuel does the Kohler KD62V12 use?

The Kohler KD62V12 is a diesel generator-set engine.

What is the displacement and cylinder configuration of the KD62V12?

The Kohler KD62V12 is a V12 (12-cylinder) engine with a displacement of 62.4 L.

What emissions standard does the KD62V12 meet?

The Kohler KD62V12 is certified to U.S. EPA Tier 2 emissions standards.

Is the Kohler KD62V12 still in production?

Yes — the Kohler KD62V12 is a current production model.

Is a datasheet available for the KD62V12?

Yes — an official Kohler datasheet for the Kohler KD62V12 can be downloaded from this page.

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