Generac Guardian 24kW with 200A ATS (7210) vs Kohler 24RCLA 24kW Liquid-Cooled
Both units carry the same best-fuel running rating: 24,000 W. The Kohler 24RCLA 24kW Liquid-Cooled is the quieter of the two (61 dBA vs 67 dBA — though manufacturers measure noise at different loads and distances).
| Generac Guardian 24kW with 200A ATS (7210) | Kohler 24RCLA 24kW Liquid-Cooled | |
|---|---|---|
| Price (MSRP) | $7,399 | $17,900 |
| Type | home-standby | home-standby |
| Fuel | natural-gas, propane | natural-gas, propane |
| Running watts (gas / LP for standby) | 24000 W | 24000 W |
| Running watts (propane) | 24000 W | 24000 W |
| Running watts (natural gas) | 21000 W | 21000 W |
| Noise level | 67 dBA | 61 dBA |
| Output voltage | 120/240V | 120/240V |
| Automatic transfer switch included | Yes | Yes |
| Main-line circuit breaker | 100 A | — |
| Start type | automatic | automatic |
| Engine | Generac G-Force 1000 | Kohler KG2204 |
| Engine displacement | 999 cc | 2200 cc |
| NG use at half load | 203 ft³/h | — |
| Propane use at half load | 2.53 gal/h | — |
| Weight | 455 lb | — |
| Warranty | 5 yr | 5 yr |
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