PORTABLE COMPRESSORS - CPS 185-100

Product Description: The CPS 185-100 KoD is a heavy-duty portable diesel air compressor designed for demanding construction, industrial, utility, and jobsite applications.

It delivers reliable compressed air performance with a Kohler Tier 4 Final diesel engine and a robust design built for durability, easy operation, and simplified maintenance.

The compressor features a CP Xc1004 controller with a standard disconnect switch, providing operational monitoring, diagnostics, and safety warning/shutdown functions, including protection against high engine and compressor element temperatures.

A spillage-free frame, heavy-duty battery, thermostatic bypass valve, and DOT towing package make the CPS 185-100 KoD well suited for mobile jobsite use. The towing package includes 15-inch wheels, a torsion axle, adjustable-height 3-inch pintle towing eye, road lights, VIN, and an adjustable jack stand.

The Cold Weather Configuration adds a 120V engine block heater, synthetic compressor oil, and 0W engine oil for improved performance in colder conditions. It also extends the compressor service interval from 1,000 hours/1 year to 1,500 hours/2 years.

Key Features

• Kohler Tier 4 Final diesel engine

• DOC-only emissions system with no DEF or DPF

• Thermostatic bypass valve for the compressor oil system

• Mineral-based compressor oil in standard configuration

• 1,000-hour / 1-year standard service interval

• CP Xc1004 controller with disconnect switch

• Operational monitoring and diagnostics

• Safety warning and automatic shutdown functions

• Heavy-duty battery

• Spillage-free frame

• DOT towing package

• 15-inch wheels

• Torsion axle

• Adjustable-height 3-inch pintle towing eye

• Road lights with 4-way flat plug

• VIN included

• Adjustable jack stand

• No brakes

• Optional cold weather configuration

Applications / Recommended Use

• Construction jobsites

• Industrial applications

• Utility work

• Road and infrastructure projects

• Pneumatic tool operation

• General compressed-air applications

• Mobile jobsite operations

• Cold-weather construction applications

Product Specifications

Cold Weather Configuration

The CPS 185-100 KoD CW is equipped for colder operating conditions with:

• 120V engine block heater

• Synthetic compressor oil

• 0W engine oil

• Extended compressor service interval

• Service interval of 1,500 hours / 2 years

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What engine does the CPS 185-100 KoD use?
A: The CPS 185-100 KoD is powered by a Kohler KDI 1903 Tier 4 Final diesel engine.

Q: What is the air capacity and operating pressure?
A: The compressor provides 180 CFM and operates at 100 PSI, with a listed pressure range of 58–125 PSI.

Q: Does this compressor require DEF or a DPF?
A: No. The Tier 4 Final configuration uses a DOC-only emissions system, so it does not require DEF or a DPF.

Q: What is included with the towing package?
A: The DOT towing package includes 15-inch wheels, torsion axle, adjustable-height 3-inch pintle towing eye, road lights with a 4-way flat plug, VIN, and adjustable jack stand. The listed configuration does not include brakes.

Q: What is the difference between the standard and cold weather configurations?
A: The cold weather version adds a 120V engine block heater, synthetic compressor oil, and 0W engine oil. These features extend the compressor service interval from 1,000 hours/1 year to 1,500 hours/2 years.