48 kW Generator
48RCL SINGLE PHASE OR 3 PHASE, NATURAL GAS|LPG
| Rated kW LP |
48 kW |
| Rated kW NG |
48 kW |
| Amps LP |
200 amps |
| Amps NG |
200 amps |
| Peak Motor Starting kVA @240 V |
113 kVa |
| Alternator Note |
All information shown is for 1 Phase 60 Hz generator with the largest alternator option available. |
| Displacement |
5.0 L (305 cu. in.) |
| Horsepower |
89 HP |
| Enclosure Material |
Aluminum |
| Sound Output During Weekly Exercise |
58 dB(A) |
| Sound Output During Full-speed Operation |
61 dB(A) |
| Response Time |
10 seconds |
| Warranty |
Premium five-year limited warranty |
| Country of Origin |
US |
| Certifications/Listings |
EPA|CSA|UL 2200 |
| Automatic Transfer Switch Included |
No |
| Remote Monitoring Available |
Yes |
| Off Grid / Utility Backup |
Utility Backup |
| Weight |
1900 lbs. |
| Alternator Type |
Brushless, Rare-Earth, Permanent-Magnet |
| Fuel Consumption on NG at 50% load? |
461 cfh |
| Fuel Consumption on LP at 50% load? |
175 cfh |
| Controller |
RDC2 Controller |
| Cylinder Arrangement |
V-8 |
| Dimensions |
2280mm x 836mm x 1147mm (89.8 in. x 32.9 in. x 45.2 in.) |
| Engine Manufacturer/Description |
General Motors |
| Engine Model |
Industrial Powertrain Vortec 5.0L |
| Engine/Alternator RPM |
1800 |
| Fuel Type |
Natural Gas|LPG |
| Frequency |
60 Hz|50 Hz |
| Phase |
Single Phase or 3 Phase |
| Voltage @ 60 Hz |
120/240 |
| Digital Voltage Regulation |
±1.0% |
New/Used: New
Category: Generators
Reliable power for large residential or small business needs. When the power goes out during a bad storm or power failure, your 48 kW KOHLER® generator with industrial-grade engine keeps your home or business – from central air to sump pump to personal computers – up and running.*
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Powerful.
In just 10 seconds, your KOHLER generator automatically restores power and keeps you connected to the things you love to do.
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Smart.
You get steady, high-quality power that protects your electronics from damage related to low-quality power sources.
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Premium warranty.
We’ve got you covered with 5-year, 2,000-hour protection, and an aluminum enclosure that’s built to last.
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Quiet.
Neighborhood-friendly, with weekly exercise volume that’s similar to a normal conversation.
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Innovative.
This generator’s patent-pending innovations include a three-fan, automotive-style cooling system that keeps the sound level down.
THE POWER YOU NEED
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Powerful operation on either natural gas or liquid propane (LPG); the 38RCL provides 158 amps on natural gas or LPG, while the 48RCL provides 200 amps on natural gas or LPG
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Extraordinary peak motor-starting capacity, with 38RCL at 95kVA at 240V and 48RCL at 113kVA at 240V
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Premium power quality delivers exceptional digital voltage and frequency regulation along with extremely low levels of harmonic distortion to protect sophisticated electronics and appliances
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Powered by General Motors Vortec automotive-grade engine with hydraulic valve lifters to eliminate need for lengthy break-in periods and expensive valve adjustments; operation speed 1800 rpm
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Compatible with optional OnCue® Plus and OnCue® Plus Wireless Generator Management Systems, and Programmable Interface Module (PIM)
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Also compatible with Load Control Module (LCM) or Load Shed kit with single-phase generators only
THE CONVENIENCES YOU EXPECT
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RDC2 controller designed for today's sophisticated electronics manages both the generator set and Model RXT transfer switch functions
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Extremely quiet operation with sound at 61dBA at full speed and 58 dBA at exercise (normal conversation level)
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Corrosion-resistant aluminum enclosure is standard
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Runs on either natural gas or liquid propane (LPG) with simple switching between natural gas and LPG in the field
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Streamlined installation, including simple terminal block for easy field connections
*Based on generator and load size.
