The 686cc at 15.4 HP is the correct information on this Kohler engine. The 15.4 HP would be listed at 11.5KW at 3600 RPM.
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Kohler Liquid-Cooled Horizontal Diesel Engine - 686cc, 15.4 HP, 2-Cylinder, Electric Start, Model# PA-KDW702-1001A

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- 2 cylinder diesel engine has horizontal shaft with counterclockwise rotation
- Group 8 housing
- Liquid-cooled design
- 6.535in.L x 6.677in.W mounting base
- Electric start/electronic ignition
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- (1) Kohler Horizontal Diesel Engine -- PA-KDW702-1001A
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- 2 cylinder diesel engine has horizontal shaft with counterclockwise rotation
- Group 8 housing
- Liquid-cooled design
- 6.535in.L x 6.677in.W mounting base
- Electric start/electronic ignition
- 3,600 max. RPM
- Full pressure lubrication system with full flow oil filter ensures continuous oil flow to critical parts
- Direct fuel injection for superior, more complete combustion to produce increased power and lower fuel consumption
- Integrated fuel-injection system and overhead camshaft help ensure less maintenance
- Cast-iron block construction ensures durability and lasting performance
- Aluminum cylinder bore
- Remote throttle and choke control
- Low-oil alert with low-oil shutdown for added engine safety
- Heavy-duty fuel pump
- Includes muffler
Key Specs
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
item# | 108177 |
Brand | Kohler |
Manufacturer's Warranty | 36 months parts/36months labor |
Ship Weight | 275.0 LB |
Engine Displacement | 686 cc |
Engine Type | Diesel Horizontal |
Shaft Length | Grp 8 in |
Fuel Type | Diesel |
Start Type | Electric |
Net Torque | 25 ft-lbs. |
PTO Height | Grp 8 in |
Cylinders (qty.) | 2 |
Cylinder Bore | Aluminum |
Net Power Output | 15.4 HP |
Compression Ratio | 22.8:1 |
Oil Capacity | 1.7 qt |
Low Oil Shutdown | Yes |
Low Oil Alert | Yes |
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
Max. RPM | 3,600 |
Grade | Diesel |
CARB Approved | Yes |
Shaft Rotation (From PTO Shaft Side) | Counter Clockwise |
Governor System | Internal Flyweight Governor |
Ignition System | Electronic |
Lubrication System | Full Pressure With Full Flow Filter |
Bearing Type | Parent Material |
Auto Compression Release | No |
Cooling System | Liquid |
Bore | 3.75 in |
Stroke | 3.1 in |
Air Cleaner Type | Single Element |
Choke Control | Remote |
Throttle Control | Remote |
Fuel Filter | Yes |
Charging System Amps | 45 |
Muffler Included | Yes |
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· 2 years ago
Shouldn't a 686cc Disel engine push out over 120HP and not 15HP? Also with Disel engines traditionally running hotter than gasoline wouldn't an aluminum bore breakdown relatively fast. With this 2 specs out of the way shouldn't this be more like $150
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Specifications
686 cc
688 cc
688 cc
688 cc
Diesel Horizontal
GX Series OHV V-twin Commercial-duty
GX Series OHV V-twin Commercial-duty
GX Series OHV V-twin
Grp 8 in
2.9 in
2.9 in
3.5 in
Diesel
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-
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Electric
Electric
Electric
Electric
25 ft-lbs.
35.6 ft-lbs.
35.6 ft-lbs.
35.6 ft-lbs.
Grp 8 in
5.25 in
5.25 in
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2
2
2
2
Aluminum
Integrated
Integrated
Integrated
15.4 HP
20.8 HP
20.8 HP
22.1 HP
22.8:1
9.3:1
9.3:1
9.3:1
1.7 qt
2 qt
2 qt
2 qt
Yes
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No
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
3,600
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Diesel
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Yes
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Counter Clockwise
Counter Clockwise
Counter Clockwise
Counter Clockwise
Internal Flyweight Governor
Mechanical
Mechanical
Mechanical
Electronic
Electonic, Digital CDI W/variable Ignition Timing
Electonic, Digital CDI W/variable Ignition Timing
Electrical, Digital CDI W/variable Ignition Timing
Full Pressure With Full Flow Filter
Full Pressure
Full Pressure
Full Pressure
Parent Material
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Ball
No
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Liquid
Air
Air
Air
3.75 in
3.1 in
3.1 in
3.1 in
3.1 in
2.8 in
2.8 in
2.8 in
Single Element
Dual Element
Dual Element
Dual Element
Remote
Remote
Manual
Manual
Remote
Remote
Manual
Manual
Yes
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45
3
2.7
20
Yes
No
No
No
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1 in
1 in
1-1/8 in
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0.25 in
0.25 in
0.25 in
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Q-type
Q-type
T-type
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No
No
No
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2-barrel, Fuel Cut Solenoid, Inner Vent
2-barrel, Fuel Cut Solenoid, Inner Vent
(2) Barrel, Fuel Cut Solenoid, Inner Vent
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