Hate to be the bearer of bad news, but Kohler engines are still being made in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. They have been there for years. They are also being made in China.
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You sure those are not Rhelkos ? Check your spelling, may have mixed up some letters.Hate to be the bearer of bad news, but Kohler engines are still being made in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. They have been there for years. They are also being made in China.
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“You sure those are not Rhelkos ? Check your spelling, may have mixed up some letters.
Kohler manufactures internal combustion engines at several locations worldwide
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Their primary facilities include:
- Hattiesburg, Mississippi, USA: This plant specializes in gasoline engines, particularly the low-mix, high-volume models like the Courage series.
- China (Kohler-YinXiang Ltd.): A joint venture established in Chongqing manufactures small gasoline engines.
- Italy (through a subsidiary, Lombardini Srl): This facility specializes in the production of diesel engines, according to Rehlko Engines.
Koehler makes and sells a Diesel engines bearing the name Rehlko.
I’ve been researching ZTRs too, so I'm glad that I've found this topic. Thanks for sharing your experiences!
What about Grasshopper mowers? I didn't find any posts about them here. Are they good? I checked the reviews, and lots of users praise their longevity and ease of maintenance, but note that parts can be pricey and service is often dealer‑only.
What about Grasshopper mowers? I didn't find any posts about them here. Are they good? I checked the reviews, and lots of users praise their longevity and ease of maintenance, but note that parts can be pricey and service is often dealer‑only.
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Kohler manufactures internal combustion engines at several locations worldwide
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Their primary facilities include:
While Kohler's headquarters remain in Kohler, Wisconsin, engine manufacturing has been consolidated in Hattiesburg, Mississippi. They also have a global network of sales, service, and distribution centers. ”
- Hattiesburg, Mississippi, USA: This plant specializes in gasoline engines, particularly the low-mix, high-volume models like the Courage series.
- China (Kohler-YinXiang Ltd.): A joint venture established in Chongqing manufactures small gasoline engines.
- Italy (through a subsidiary, Lombardini Srl): This facility specializes in the production of diesel engines, according to Rehlko Engines.
Koehler makes and sells a Diesel engines bearing the name Rehlko
I’m pretty sure the new name with the mixed up letters applies to the gas motors now too, so that the could concentrate on plumbing supplies with the “Kohler” name.
You are correct.I’m pretty sure the new name with the mixed up letters applies to the gas motors now too, so that the could concentrate on plumbing supplies with the “Kohler” name.
“Kohler Energy, which included Kohler Power Systems and Kohler Engines, was rebranded as Rehlko in September 2024.
The rebranding of Kohler Energy to Rehlko follows the acquisition of the former by Platinum Equity in May 2024, establishing it as a separate business entity focused on energy solutions, according to Power Progress. This change means that the engines and power systems previously branded as Kohler are now part of the Rehlko brand.
It is important to note that the name Rehlko is derived from the letters of Kohler, reflecting the company's heritage while signifying a new focus on energy solutions, says Rehlko's chief brand and sustainability officer, Francis Perrin, according to OEM Off-Highway and PR Newswire.“
I’m You are correct.
“Kohler Energy, which included Kohler Power Systems and Kohler Engines, was rebranded as Rehlko in September 2024.
The rebranding of Kohler Energy to Rehlko follows the acquisition of the former by Platinum Equity in May 2024, establishing it as a separate business entity focused on energy solutions, according to Power Progress. This change means that the engines and power systems previously branded as Kohler are now part of the Rehlko brand.
It is important to note that the name Rehlko is derived from the letters of Kohler, reflecting the company's heritage while signifying a new focus on energy solutions, says Rehlko's chief brand and sustainability officer, Francis Perrin, according to OEM Off-Highway and PR Newswire.“
That’s about what our local Husqvarna dealer told me.
I’ve had decent luck with older Kohler engines in my Wheel Horse and John Deere Lawn tractors, but not so much with the newer one in my dad’s Husqvarna MZ-454, “residential series” zero turn.
Our dealer thought we’d be significantly better served by the Kawasaki engine in the new Z-454 “commercial” series zero turn.
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Your dealer would be correctThat’s about what our local Husqvarna dealer told me.
I’ve had decent luck with older Kohler engines in my Wheel Horse and John Deere Lawn tractors, but not so much with the newer one in my dad’s Husqvarna MZ-454, “residential series” zero turn.
Our dealer thought we’d be significantly better served by the Kawasaki engine in the new Z-454 “commercial” series zero turn.
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It will be interesting to see if there is an improvement with their stationary engines that would also harken to Kohlers heritage when they made decent ones.You are correct.
“Kohler Energy, which included Kohler Power Systems and Kohler Engines, was rebranded as Rehlko in September 2024.
The rebranding of Kohler Energy to Rehlko follows the acquisition of the former by Platinum Equity in May 2024, establishing it as a separate business entity focused on energy solutions, according to Power Progress. This change means that the engines and power systems previously branded as Kohler are now part of the Rehlko brand.
It is important to note that the name Rehlko is derived from the letters of Kohler, reflecting the company's heritage while signifying a new focus on energy solutions, says Rehlko's chief brand and sustainability officer, Francis Perrin, according to OEM Off-Highway and PR Newswire.“
I am not holding too much hope as this consortium seems to have screwed up their Oregon Tool acquisition.
Equity enterprise is only interested in one thing:
Capitol acquisition and many times that involves cuts rather than reputation of quality.
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Not sure what kind of boat he was referring to but most 30' with triple Yamahas are 1/2 thatHe stated a 30 footer with 3 Yamahas would cost over a million now.
