Kohler TH18

Kohler TH18The Kohler TH18/TH18S is a 574 cc (35.0 cu·in) natural aspirated V-twin four-stroke air-cooled internal combustion small gasoline engine from the Triad series with a horizontal shaft, manufactured by Kohler Co for general-purpose applications.

The cylinder bore and the piston stroke are 75.0 mm (2.95 in) and 65.0 mm (2.56 in), respectively. Compression ratio rating is 8.4:1.

The Kohler TH18 engine produced 18.2 PS (13.4 KW; 18.0 HP) at 3,600 rpm of horsepower and 40.0 Nm (4.1 kg·m; 29.5 ft·lb) at 2,500 rpm of torque.

The Kohler TH18/TH18S features:

  • OHC design
  • Cast iron cylinder liners
  • Electronic ignition system (CDI)
  • Carburetor with fixed main jet
  • Mechanical centrifugal governor
  • Full pressure lubrication system
  • Forced air cooling system
  • Recoil or electric starter

General information

Engine Specifications
Engine modelTriad TH18/TH18S
Engine type4-stroke, OHV, V-Twin
Displacement574 cm 3 (35.0 cu-in)
Max. horsepower18.2 PS (13.4 KW; 18.0 HP) at 3,600 rpm
Max. torque40.0 Nm (4.1 kg·m; 29.5 ft·lb) at 2,500 rpm
Cooling systemForced air
Air cleanerReplaceable high-density paper element
Lubricating systemFull pressure
Ignition systemElectronic ignition system (CDI)
Fuel systemCarburetor with fixed main jet
Fuel usedUnleaded gasoline (octane number 86 or higher)
Starting systemRecoil or electric starter
GovernorMechanical centrifugal governor
PTO shaft rotationCounterclockwise (from PTO shaft side)
Dimensions (L x W X H)328 x 400 x 449 mm (12.9 x 15.7 x 17.7 in)
Dry weight43.0 kg (90.0 lbs)

Cylinder Block and Head

Cylinder block
Compression ratio:8.4:1
Cylinder bore:75.0 mm (2.95 in)
Piston stroke:65.0 mm (2.56 in)
Cylinder internal diameter (standard):75.025-75.050 mm (2.9537-2.9547 in)
Number of piston rings (compression / oil):2/1
Thrust face outer diameter (standard):74.966-74.984 mm (2.9514-2.9521 in)
Piston pin diameter:16.996-17.000 mm (0.6691-0.6693 in)
Ring-to-groove side clearance (Top):0.040-0.085 mm (0.0016-0.0033 in)
Ring-to-groove side clearance (Second):0.030-0.076 mm (0.0012-0.0030 in)
Ring-to-groove side clearance (Oil):0.070 mm (0.0028 in)
Ring end gap (Top):0.180-0.380 mm (0.0071-0.0150 in)
Ring end gap (Second):0.180-0.450 mm (0.0071-0.0177 in)
Crankshaft main journal diameter: Flywheel end: 45.021-45.041 mm (1.7725-1.7735 in)
Oil pan end: 45.021-45.041 mm (1.7725-1.7735 in)
Crankpin journal diameter:31.948-31.966 mm (1.5338-1.2193 in)
Cylinder head
Valve arrangement:OHC, belt driven
Valves:4 (2 per cylinder)
Valve head diameter (INTAKE):29.180-29.430 mm (1.1488-1.1586 in)
Valve head diameter (EXHAUST):26.300-26.700 mm (1.0354-1.0512 in)
Valve seat angle (INTAKE):89°
Valve seat angle (EXHAUST):89°
Valve seat angle (INTAKE):45°
Valve seat angle (EXHAUST):45°
Valve steam diameter (INTAKE):5.982-6.000 mm (0.2355-0.2362 in)
Valve steam diameter (EXHAUST):5.970-5.988 mm (0.2350-0.2357 in)
Valve lift minimal (INTAKE):7.50 mm (0.295 in)
Valve lift minimal (EXHAUST):7.50 mm (0.295 in)

Tightening torque specs

Tightening torque specs
Connecting rod11.3 Nm (1.2 kgf·m; 8.3 ft·lb)
Electric starter7.9 Nm (0.8 kgf·m; 5.8 ft·lb)
Oil drain plug16.3 Nm (1.7 kgf·m; 12.0 ft·lb)
Oil filter5.6-9.0 Nm (0.6-0.9 kgf·m; 4.1-6.6 ft·lb)
Muffler retaining nuts24.4 Nm (2.5 kgf·m; 18 ft·lb)
Valve cover5.6 Nm (0.6 kgf·m; 4.1 ft·lb)
Flywheel66.4 Nm (6.77 kg·m; 49 ft·lb)
Spark plug24.4-29.8 Nm (2.5-3 kgf·m; 18-22 ft·lb)
Ignition module4.0-6.2 Nm (0.4-0.6 kgf·m; 3-4.6 ft·lb)

Service Data

Engine
Maximum speed:3600±50 rpm
Valve clearance
Intake0.013-0.064 mm (0.0005-0.0025 in)
Exhaust0.076-0.127 mm (0.0030-0.0050 in)
Oil system
Lubrication system:Full pressure
Oil type:API SG, SH, SJ, or higher
Recommended oil:SAE 10W-30
Oil capacity:1.4 liters (1.48 US.qts, 1.23 Imp. qts)
Fuel system
Type:Carburetor with fixed main jet
Fuel pump:Pulse type
Fuel filter:In-line
Ignition system
Type:Electronic ignition (CDI)
Spark plug:Champion RC12YC
Spark plug gap:0.76 mm (0.030 in)
Ignition module air gap0.200-0.300 mm (0.0079-0.0118 in)

References

1. Kohler OHC 16,18 HP horizontal crankshaft service manual. Kohler Co. 1997.

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