Kohler · REOZ Series (Diesel Commercial Standby)

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Kohler 125REOZJ4

130 kW standby / 117 kW prime · Diesel · Liquid-cooled

130 kW diesel commercial standby generator powered by John Deere. Reliable standby power for commercial and institutional facilities.

Kohler 125REOZJ4 — product photo
Standby power
130 kW / 117 kW prime
Voltage options
277/480V, 120/208V, 120/240V
Frequency / Phase
60 Hz · 1/3-phase
Engine
John Deere 6068HG550 · 6.8L
EPA / Emissions
Tier 4 Final
Alternator
Kohler 4R13X
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Overview#

The Kohler 125REOZJ4 is a 130-kilowatt standby (117 kW prime) diesel generator powered by a John Deere engine at 1800 RPM. Typical applications include commercial buildings, healthcare, and institutional facilities.

Our service experience#

OnPoint Generators services Kohler REOZ diesel generators throughout Northern California. We typically structure service for this class around annual NFPA 110 maintenance plus semi-annual fuel quality and filter inspections.

Engineering specifications

Physical

Length
139 in
Width
46.9 in
Height
89.6 in
Wet weight
7,719 lb

Acoustic

Sound @ 7m, full load
70 dBA
Enclosure
Sound-attenuated

Fuel system & runtime

Integral fuel tank
244 gal
Fuel use @ full load
9.4 GPH
Fuel use @ 75% load
7.2 GPH
DEF tank
11.7 gal

Photos

Kohler 125REOZJ4 — product photo

Documents & downloads

Spec sheets & manuals

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Estimated runtime

33.6 hours(1.4 days)

Fuel consumption ≈ 7.25 GPH at 75% load. Estimate based on industry-typical 1800 RPM standby curves (≈0.07 GPH/kW at full load). Actual consumption varies by engine, ambient temperature, fuel quality, and tuning.

Service intervals

Manufacturer-recommended intervals for the Kohler 125REOZJ4 under standby duty. Field intervals may differ based on load profile, ambient conditions, and fuel quality.

Oil & filter
Every 250 hours or 12 months
Coolant change
Every 3000 hours
Air filter
Every 500 hours
Fuel filter
Every 500 hours
Major overhaul
15,000 hours
Load bank test
Every 12 months

Common failure modes

What we've seen fail on this platform. Use as a service-planning reference, not a diagnostic — actual failure modes depend heavily on duty cycle and maintenance history.

ComponentSymptomTypical hoursSeverity
DEF system (SCR catalyst)Derate warning, NOx fault, DEF quality alert4,380+moderate
Fuel quality / degradationInjector fouling, hard starting, filter clogging4,380+moderate
TurbochargerPower loss, excessive smoke under load12,000+moderate
Battery (starting)Failed to start, slow crank8,760+minor

Frequently Asked Questions

What engine powers the Kohler 125REOZJ4?
The 125REOZJ4 uses a John Deere diesel engine running at 1800 RPM (model 6068HG550).
What is the standby power rating of the 125REOZJ4?
The 125REOZJ4 is rated at 130 kW standby and 117 kW prime per Kohler published specifications.
Does OnPoint service the Kohler 125REOZJ4?
Yes. OnPoint Generators provides maintenance, repair, and load bank testing for Kohler REOZ diesel generators throughout Northern California, including the 130 kW class.

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