48 kW Tier 4 Final diesel commercial standby generator. Kohler-powered diesel with EPA Tier 4 Final emissions compliance for commercial and institutional applications.
The Kohler 48REOZK4 is a 48-kilowatt EPA Tier 4 Final diesel commercial standby generator powered by a Kohler diesel engine at 1800 RPM. It achieves Tier 4 Final compliance through cooled exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) and a diesel oxidation catalyst (DOC). The unit features a durable sound-attenuating steel housing rated at 69 dB(A) at 7 meters, integrated environmental containment, a Fast-Response permanent magnet excitation system, and a lockable battery disconnect switch.
OnPoint services Tier 4 Final Kohler diesel generators across Northern California. The 48REOZK4 is a popular mid-range choice for commercial buildings in air quality districts that require Tier 4 certification, and shares the REOZK enclosure platform with the 30 and 40 kW models.
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Estimated runtime
34.8 hours(1.4 days)
Fuel consumption ≈ 2.93 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 48REOZK4 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 2000 hours
Air filter
Every 500 hours
Fuel filter
Every 250 hours
Major overhaul
≈ 8,000 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.
Component
Symptom
Typical hours
Severity
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter)
Regen warning, back-pressure fault, power derate
4,380+
moderate
Fuel quality / degradation
Injector fouling, hard starting, reduced power output
4,380+
moderate
Battery (starting)
Slow crank, failed exercise, low voltage alarm
8,760+
minor
Frequently Asked Questions
What engine is in the Kohler 48REOZK4?
The 48REOZK4 uses a Kohler diesel engine rated at 1800 RPM with EPA Tier 4 Final emissions certification via cooled EGR and diesel oxidation catalyst.
What is the sound level of the 48REOZK4?
Per Kohler specifications, the 48REOZK4 is rated at 69 dB(A) at 7 meters at full load with the sound-attenuating steel housing.
Does the 48REOZK4 include environmental containment?
Yes. The unit includes a 125% environmental containment basin for oil/coolant and a 110% secondary fuel containment tank with UL 142 listed subbase fuel tank for 24-hour minimum runtime at prime rating.
