Description:

Quality and performance come standard.

Honda’s GX series engines are legendary for superior reliability and performance. And there’s no doubt about it: the GX120, 160, and 200 live up to the legend. Low noise levels, low vibration, and low emissions – without sacrificing power output or performance.

• Common Applications:
• Commercial lawn and garden equipment
• Tillers / cultivators
• Generators
• Construction / industrial equipment
• Agricultural equipment
• Water pumps
• Pressure Washers
• Forestry equipment

Features:

Fuel Efficient, High Output Operation

• Precision camshaft design offers precise valve timing and optimal valve overlap for better fuel efficency
• OHV design for increased efficiency and optimal power transfer
• High compression ratio for better fuel efficiency

Smooth Performance

• Precision engineered components result in lower vibration
• Reduced piston weight and precision-balanced crankshaft result in lower engine vibration (GX160)
• Ball bearing supported crankshaft for greater stability

Exceptionally Quiet

• Aluminum push rods reduce both valve clearance and noise level. (GX160)
• Muffler and breather valve enhancements reduce noise and improve sound quality
• Reduced mechanical noise due to light weight, noise-reducing materials
• Forged steel crankshaft and rigid crankcase
• Helical cut gears
• Sophisticated air intake system

Proven Reliability

• Oil Alert Learn More
• New carburetor chamber coating and carburetor filter help to protect against fuel impurities
• Cast iron cylinder sleeve
• High quality materials, fit, and finish
• Dual element air cleaner
• Fuel Valve
• 3-Year Limited Warranty

Easy to Use and Maintain

• Simple throttle control
• Large fuel tanks
• Large automotive type fuel cap
• Dual oil drains and fill
• Easily accessible spark plug

Easy Starting

• Heavy duty recoil starter
• Ergonomic, easy to grip recoil rope design
• Automatic mechanical de-compression system Learn More

Emissions Compliant

• No catalyst necessary
• Available Options
• Low profile versions (Select models)
• Gear reduction options
• Electric start (Select models)
• Spark arrester available
• Charge and lamp coils with multiple output options available
• Cyclone Air Cleaner available ( Select models)

Specification:

• General Information
• Engine Type: Air-cooled 4-stroke OHV
• Displacement: 196 cm³
• Bore x Stroke: 68 mm x 54 mm
• Compression Ratio: 8.5:1
• PTO Shaft Rotation: Counterclockwise (from PTO shaft side)
• Performance
• Net Power Output: 5.8 hp (4.3 kW) @ 3,600 rpm
• Net Torque: 9.1 lb-ft (12.4 Nm) @ 2,500 rpm
• Fuel & Lubrication
• Fuel Type: Unleaded gasoline (86 octane or higher)
• Fuel Tank Capacity: 3.3 U.S. qts (3.1 liters)
• Lubrication System: Splash
• Oil Capacity: 0.63 U.S. qt (0.6 liters)
• Ignition & Starting
• Ignition System: Transistorized magneto
• Starting System: Recoil Starter
• Carburetion & Air Filtration
• Carburetor Type: Butterfly
• Air Cleaner: Dual Element
• Governor System
• Type: Mechanical
• Electrical Options
• Lamp/Charge Coil Options: 25W, 50W / 1A, 7A, 18A
• Physical Dimensions & Weight
• Length: 12.6" (321 mm)
• Width: 14.8" (376 mm)
• Height: 13.6" (346 mm)
• Dry Weight: 35 lbs (16.1 kg)
• Compliance & Warnings
• California Prop 65 Warning: Yes