Lincoln Electric has updated their Outback® 145 with a Kohler® engine. This machine is perfect for jobsites and outdoor welding applications that require a rugged, easily portable machine that includes a reliable generator. Specifically designed for contractors, maintenance crews, farmers and ranchers, as well as for use on service trucks, this unit is suitable wherever portable DC stick welding and AC generator power is needed. The new Outback 145 includes a Kohler 9.5 HP Model CH395 OHC gasoline engine which features a cast iron cylinder liner for extended engine life and automatic shutdown for low oil level and a three-year engine warranty. The unit provides 145 amps of smooth DC output welding for use with up to 1/8in stick electrodes on steel, stainless steel, cast iron and hardfacing projects. The single, full-range, calibrated welding output dial makes it effortless to set the best current for any maintenance, fabrication or repair project. The Outback 145’s high-capacity AC generator provides 4750 watts peak power and 4250 watts of continuous power for accessories including grinders, work lights and pumps. It can also supply emergency backup power if needed. Weighing in at 234 lbs., the Outback 145 includes Lincoln’s exclusive Low-Lift™ grab bars that provide increased leverage for lifting the unit on and off truck beds and extra protection against damage. The rugged 1-1/4 in diameter tube frame is the biggest in its division, providing sturdy all around protection. The 6.8 gallon fuel tank ensures extended run times and decreases the need for frequent refueling.