Kohler 747cc 25 hp life expectancy and maintanance question.

[revtim]

Given normal maintenance, what should the average life expetancy of the 25 hp Kohler 747cc engine manufactured between 2013-2016 be in hours? I'm looking to buy a used one and I'm looking at models with between 900 and 2400 hours and don't know how to factor in hours.
Also, I am looking at some that were owned and operated by municipalities and wonder whether they typically get better, similar or worse upkeep than home units. Obviously, it will depend upon the municipalities but i'm thinking in generalities.
thanks in advance for any feedback.

 

[ILENGINE]

The SV and KT series are rated by Rehlko at 1500 hours. The CH/CV are rated at 2500+ hours.

 

[Tiger Small Engine]

Given normal maintenance, what should the average life expetancy of the 25 hp Kohler 747cc engine manufactured between 2013-2016 be in hours? I'm looking to buy a used one and I'm looking at models with between 900 and 2400 hours and don't know how to factor in hours.
Also, I am looking at some that were owned and operated by municipalities and wonder whether they typically get better, similar or worse upkeep than home units. Obviously, it will depend upon the municipalities but i'm thinking in generalities.
thanks in advance for any feedback.

Go for the lower hour engine. The ratings stated are with regular maintenance and not abused. I would cut the hour rating to 2/3 for realistic outcome.