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BB CV493
KAWI W/HVY DTY A/F
Kohler 18 HP CV493T-27524
Command Basic PRO
1" x 3.15" Crankshaft
Drilled & Tapped 7/16-20
1/4" Full Keyway
Recoil Starter Only
15 Amp Alternator (unregulated)
Oil Filter (Oil Pump)
Heavy Duty Air Cleaner
(above engine mount)
Quiet Pillow Muffler (side)
(12-068-54) Kohler Muffler
Crankshaft Orientation: Vertical Shaft
Twin Cylinder
Cylinder Type: Cast Iron Sleeve
Cylinder Head Style: OHV
Crankshaft Diameter: 1 inch
Crankshaft Length: 3-5/32 inches
Auxiliary PTO: No
Gear Reduction: No
Charging System: 15 Amp
Cooling System: Air Cooled
Lubrication Type: Pressurized
Oil Sensor: Yes
Oil Filter: Yes
Muffler: Yes
Starter Type: Recoil Only
Fuel Tank: No
Fuel Pump: No
Throttle Controls: Remote
Engine Features:
18 h.p. Kohler Command Pro Series. Standard 1 x 3-5/32 Crankshaft.
15 amp charging system * Top Mounted Heavy Duty Air Cleaner * Chopper Grass Screen
recoil start * No Fuel Pump or Gas Tank.
Has Oil Pump with Filter. * Includes Super Quiet Pillow Muffler. * AVT Starting System * Dual Ported Cylinder Head * Great Universal Commercial Mowing Replacement Engine.
Engine Applications: PA-27524
Sales Notes: Muffler is for 17-18 HP engines.
Basic Model - Universal WAWB Replacement. Similar to 41582 w/Large Capacity Air Cleaner
