Kohler 20RCAL 20kW with ATS is a home standby generator from Kohler, rated 20,000 running watts on propane and 18,000 W on natural gas, measured at 69 dBA, with 120/240V output.
General
Type
home-standby
Fuel
natural-gas, propane
Power output
Running watts (gas / LP for standby)
20000 W
Running watts (propane)
20000 W
Running watts (natural gas)
18000 W
Performance
Noise level
69 dBA
NG use at half load
161 ft³/h
Propane use at half load
2.25 gal/h
Electrical
Output voltage
120/240V
Automatic transfer switch included
Yes
Features
Start type
automatic
Engine
Engine
Kohler CH1000
Engine displacement
999 cc
Physical
Weight
555 lb
Warranty
Warranty
5 yr
What the numbers mean
At 20,000 running watts
on its best fuel, this unit is sized for whole-house coverage on a typical 200 A home, subject to a load calculation by a licensed electrician.
Runs on natural gas, propane — expect lower output on propane (roughly
10%) and natural gas (roughly 20%) than on gasoline; the spec table shows the
published per-fuel ratings.
Estimated fuel cost for 24 h at ~50% load: about $58 on natural gas at
national average prices (assumptions).
Permanently installed unit: sizing, gas-line capacity, placement clearances, and
the transfer switch are a job for licensed installers under local permits.
What can the Kohler 20RCAL 20kW with ATS run during an outage?
With 20,000 running watts on its best fuel, the Kohler 20RCAL 20kW with ATS is sized for whole-house coverage on a typical 200 A home, subject to a load calculation by a licensed electrician. Add up your actual loads with a sizing worksheet — the bands here are rough guidance, not a load calculation.
What does the Kohler 20RCAL 20kW with ATS cost to run for a day?
Roughly $58 for 24 hours of continuous operation at about 50% load on natural gas, at national average fuel prices. The assumptions behind this estimate are documented on the methodology page; your fuel price and load change the figure.
Does the Kohler 20RCAL 20kW with ATS start automatically?
Yes — home standby generators monitor utility power and start themselves when it fails, and this model is sold with its automatic transfer switch included.
