Kohler SV715

Kohler SV715The Kohler SV715 is a 725 cc (44.24 cu·in) natural aspirated V-twin four-stroke air-cooled internal combustion gasoline engine with a vertical shaft, from the Courage series, manufactured by Kohler Co for general-purpose applications.

The cylinder bore is 83.0 mm (3.27 in) and the piston stroke is 67.0 mm (2.64 in). The compression ratio rating is 9.0:1.

The Kohler SV715 engine produced 22.3 PS (16.4 KW; 22.0 HP) at 3,600 rpm of maximum output power and 55.6 Nm (5.7 kg·m; 41.0 ft·lb) at 2,200 rpm of peak torque.

The Kohler SV715 features:

  • OHV design
  • Aluminum head and crankcase with cast-iron cylinder liner
  • Fixed Ignition System, Digital Spark Advance Ignition (DSAI), Digital Spark Advance Module (DSAM) ignition system
  • Carburetor with fixed main jet (Keihin, Nikki or Walbro)
  • Full-pressure lubrication lubrication system with oil filter and bypass valve
  • Forced air cooling system
  • Electric starter

General information

Engine Specifications
Engine modelCourage SV715
Engine type4-stroke, OHV, V-twin
Displacement725 cm3, (44.24 cu·in)
Max. horsepower22.3 PS (16.4 KW; 22.0 HP) at 3,600 rpm
Max. torque55.6 Nm (5.7 kg·m; 41.0 ft·lb) at 2,200 rpm
Cooling systemForced air
Air cleanerReplaceable, paper element
Lubricating systemPressurized lubrication
Ignition system Fixed Ignition System,
Digital Spark Advance Ignition (DSAI),
Digital Spark Advance Module (DSAM)
Fuel systemCarburetor with fixed main jet (Keihin, Nikki or Walbro)
Fuel consumption
Fuel tank capacity
Fuel usedUnleaded gasoline (octane number 86 or higher)
Starting systemElectric starter
Dimensions (L x W X H)470 x 452 x 340 mm (18.5 x 17.8 x 13.4 in)
Dry weight41.3 kg (91.1 lbs)

Cylinder Block and Head

Cylinder block
Compression ratio:9.0:1
Cylinder bore:83.0 mm (3.27 in)
Piston stroke:67.0 mm (2.64 in)
Cylinder internal diameter (standard):83.006-83.031 mm (3.2679-3.2689 in)
Number of piston rings (compression / oil):2/1
Connecting rod small end diameter (standard):17.015-17.023 mm (0.6699-0.6702 in)
Piston pin diameter:16.995-17.000 mm (0.6691-0.6693 in)
Crankshaft main journal diameter:40.913-40.935 mm (1.6107-1.6116 in)
Crankpin journal diameter:35.955-35.973 mm (1.4155-1.4163 in)
Crankshaft center distance:33.5 mm (1.32 in)
Cylinder head
Valve arrangement:OHV
Valves:2 (4 valves in total)
Valve head diameter (INTAKE):33.370-33.630 mm (1.3138-1.324 in)
Valve head diameter (EXHAUST):29.370-29.630 mm (1.1563-1.1665 in)
Valve steam diameter (INTAKE):6.982-7.000 mm (0.2749-0.2756 in)
Valve steam diameter (EXHAUST):6.970-6.988 mm (0.2744-0.2751 in)

Service Data

Valve clearance
Intake valve clearance:0.101-0.152 mm (0.004-0.006 in)
Exhaust valve clearance:0.101-0.152 mm (0.004-0.006 in)
Oil system
Lubrication system:Pressurized lubrication
Oil type:SJ or higher
Recommended oil:SAE 10W-30
Oil capacity:1.6 L (1.69 US. qt, 1.41 Imp. qt.)
Ignition system
Type: Fixed Ignition System,
Digital Spark Advance Ignition (DSAI),
Digital Spark Advance Module (DSAM)
Spark plug:Champion RC12YC
Spark plug gap:0.76 mm (0.0299 in)
Spark plug torque:27 N·m (2.8 kg·m, 19.9 ft·lb)

Tightening Torque Specs

Valve clearance
Cylinder Head Flange Nut16.9-33.9 Nm (12.5-25 ft-lbs)
Cylinder Head Bolt22.6-41.8 Nm (16.7-30.8 ft-lbs)
Rocker Arm Screw11.3 Nm (8.3 ft-lbs)
Connecting Rod Cap22.7 Nm (16.7 ft-lbs.)
Flywheel Retaining Screw66.4 Nm (49 ft-lbs)
Intake Manifold Mounting7.4 Nm (5.5 ft-lbs)
Carburetor Mounting Nut6.2-7.3 Nm (4.6-5.4 ft-lbs.)
Oil Drain Plug13.6 Nm (10 ft-lbs.)
Oil Pan24.4 Nm (18 ft-lbs.)
Governor Lever Nut6.8 Nm (5 ft-lbs.)
Ignition Module4.0-6.2 Nm (2.9-4.6 ft-lbs.)
Oil Filter10.4-12.7 Nm (7.5-9.2 ft-lbs.)

Applications

Manufacturer or BrandModels
Lawn tractors
Cub CadetLTX1042 KH, LTX 1046M

References

1. Kohler Courage SV710-SV740, Kohler Courage PRO SV810-SV840 service manual. Kohler Co. 2020.

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