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Kohler · Updated July 2026

Kohler 26RCAL: price & specs

Kohler 26RCAL. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.

Source: kohlerhomeenergy.rehlko.com verified STALE · 2026-07-11 ✓ corroborated verify in ledger

BronzeDeskmark64/100#7 of 10 in class

The Kohler 26RCAL is listed at $8414 on kohlerhomeenergy.rehlko.com as of 2026-07-25, #9 cheapest of 10 standby generators (median $7129); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 64/100 pay-blind standing, #7 of 10 in class.

Verified Jul 25, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below

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Kohler 26RCAL — Kohler
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Is the Kohler 26RCAL a good buy?

At $8414, the Kohler 26RCAL is #9 cheapest of the 10 standby generators we track, where the median is $7129. On the spec sheet, its rated output lp of 26 kW is the highest of the 10, its rated output ng of 24 kW is the highest of the 7, and its transfer switch amps of 200 is the highest of the 6.

Specifications

Price (US)$8414 US MSRP $8,414 for Model 26RCAL, stated verbatim as "Starting at $8,414 MSRP*" on the official Kohler product page; the automatic transfer switch is bundled ("Automatic Transfer Switch Included"). The same $8,414.00 MSRP is listed on the Nationwide Generators retailer page for SKU 26RCAL-200SELS (typical street price $8,249.00, also shown as Norwall's price).
BrandKohler
Released—
Rated output lp (kW)26
Rated output ng (kW)24
Fuel typedual-fuel
Cooling typeair-cooled
Transfer switch amps200
Engine displacement (cc)999
Thd percent—
Noise level db (A)56
Phasesingle-phase
Enclosure materialaluminum
Warranty years5
Weight (lb)670

Source: kohlerhomeenergy.rehlko.com (read 2026-07-11) STALE · 2026-07-11 · corroborated by norwall.com (read 2026-07-11).

How we checked

The official Kohler product page (titled "26 kW Generator, Model 26RCAL", Fuel Type "Natural Gas & LPG") confirms this exact model and publishes the full spec table used here: Rated kW LP 26, Rated kW NG 24, Displacement 999 cm3, Enclosure Material Aluminum, Single Phase, Sound Output During Weekly Exercise 56 dB(A), Weight 670 lbs., a premium five-year limited warranty, and "Starting at $8,414 MSRP" with the automatic transfer switch included. Norwall's retailer listing for the same unit (SKU 26RCAL-200SELS) corroborates the identity and supplies the transfer-switch rating not shown on the manufacturer page — a 200-Amp RXT whole-house ATS ("200A RXT SE ATS") — and confirms the air-cooled configuration with the 999cc Kohler V-2 engine and 26kW LP/24kW NG rating. Total harmonic distortion is described only qualitatively ("low harmonic distortion") on both pages with no published percentage, so thd percent is left blank.

Is the Kohler 26RCAL worth it vs cheaper standby generators?

Kohler 26RCAL against its closest cheaper and pricier standby generators on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 10 ranked

ProductPriceRated output lp (kW)Rated output ng (kW)Fuel typeCooling typeTransfer switch amps
Kohler 26RCAL this$84142624dual-fuelair-cooled200
Briggs & Stratton PowerProtect 26kW$83122624dual-fuelair-cooled—
Kohler 24RCLA$175492421dual-fuelliquid-cooled—

Frequently asked questions

How much does the Kohler 26RCAL cost?

The Kohler 26RCAL has a US price of $8414 (US MSRP $8,414 for Model 26RCAL, stated verbatim as "Starting at $8,414 MSRP*" on the official Kohler product page; the automatic transfer switch is bundled ("Automatic Transfer Switch Included"). The same $8,414.00 MSRP is listed on the Nationwide Generators retailer page for SKU 26RCAL-200SELS (typical street price $8,249.00, also shown as Norwall's price).), as of 2026-07-11.

How does the Kohler 26RCAL compare on price?

At $8414, the Kohler 26RCAL is #9 cheapest of the 10 standby generators we track, where the median is $7129.

What are the Kohler 26RCAL's key specs?

Kohler 26RCAL (Kohler): Rated output lp (kW) 26, Rated output ng (kW) 24, Fuel type dual-fuel, Cooling type air-cooled, Transfer switch amps 200. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-07-11.

Price of record: $8414 at kohlerhomeenergy.rehlko.com, 2026-07-25. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:

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