The engine would use standard 10W-30 engine oil. The engine has a 1.5 quart oil capacity. It would use the replacement oil filter, model 5076K. The dimensions for the oil filter are 3" diameter and 2.25" high.
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Briggs & Stratton Vanguard V-Twin Horizontal Engine with Electric Start, 16 HP, 479cc, 1in. x 3in. Shaft, Model# 305447-0610-G1

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- Model# 305447-0610-G1; 479cc, 16 HP Briggs & Stratton V-Twin engine with 1in. dia. x 3in.L horizontal shaft
- Overhead valve design (OHV) for cooler operation and long valve life
- Maintenance-free Magnetron electronic ignition system and 12V electric start with 16 Amp DC alternator for quick, dependable starts
- Flange-mount bolt circle: 5in., 6 1/2in. or 7 3/4in.; Mounting base: 7 11/16in.L x 4 1/16in.W
- Dura-Bore™ cast iron cylinder sleeve for extended life
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- (1) Engine, Model# 305447-0610-G1
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- Model# 305447-0610-G1; 479cc, 16 HP Briggs & Stratton V-Twin engine with 1in. dia. x 3in.L horizontal shaft
- Overhead valve design (OHV) for cooler operation and long valve life
- Maintenance-free Magnetron electronic ignition system and 12V electric start with 16 Amp DC alternator for quick, dependable starts
- Flange-mount bolt circle: 5in., 6 1/2in. or 7 3/4in.; Mounting base: 7 11/16in.L x 4 1/16in.W
- Dura-Bore™ cast iron cylinder sleeve for extended life
- Commercial quality components produce dependable, lasting results for a variety of equipment applications including compressors, pressure washers and conveyors
- Full-pressure lubrication with spin-on oil filter assures controlled lubrication for extended component life
- Engine equipped with 16 Amp DC charging system
- Premium Dual Clean air filtration system
- Includes an oil cooler, fuel pump, oil filter and low-oil sensor
- Recoil backup
- Dual-Clean™ air cleaner
- Float carburetor
- Full-pressure lubrication with spin-on oil filter
- Dual ball bearing supported crankshaft
- 3-year limited warranty
- Not for sale in CA
Key Specs
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
item# | 100693 |
Brand | Briggs & Stratton |
Manufacturer's Warranty | 36 months parts/36months labor |
Ship Weight | 151.0 LB |
Engine Displacement | 479 cc |
Engine Type | Vanguard V-twin |
Shaft Diameter | 1 in |
Shaft Length | 3 in |
Start Type | Electric |
Shaft Keyway | 0.25 in |
Crankshaft | Horizontal |
PTO Height | 5.25 in |
Cylinders (qty.) | 2 |
Cylinder Bore | Cast Iron |
Net Power Output | 16 HP |
Fuel Tank | No |
Oil Capacity | 1.5 qt |
Low Oil Shutdown | No |
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
Low Oil Alert | No |
CARB Approved | No |
Shaft Rotation (From PTO Shaft Side) | Counter Clockwise |
Governor System | Mechanical |
Ignition System | Electronic |
Carburetor | Float |
Lubrication System | Full Pressure |
Bearing Type | Ball |
Auto Compression Release | Yes |
Cooling System | Air |
Bore | 2.68 in |
Stroke | 2.6 in |
Air Cleaner Type | Dual Element |
Choke Control | Manual |
Throttle Control | Manual |
Fuel Filter | Yes |
Charging System Amps | 16 |
Muffler Included | No |
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· 2 months ago
What kind of oil does this engine take and what size oil filter?
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ProductExpert6· 2 months ago
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Anonymous· 2 years ago
Is this OHV ?
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ProductExpert13· 2 years ago
This engine does have the (OHV) overhead valve design.
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· 2 years ago
My engine model # is 305447-3090-G1. What is the difference in this model and the 305437-0610 pictured?
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ProductExpert6· 2 years ago
The model 305447-0610-G1 is a direct replacement for your model engine. There is no difference.
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· 2 years ago
Does this have recoil start in as well as electric start? Pictures show only electric start, NO recoil. The description says "recoil backup". Which is correct? (Please correct either pictures or description as appropriate)
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ProductExpert6· 2 years ago
The model 305447-0610-G1 would come with a recoil backup.
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· 3 years ago
What size battery does it need
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ProductExpert12· 3 years ago
This engine requires a 12V battery with 250 to 300 cold cranking amps (CCA).
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· 3 years ago
Does it come with exhaust? I’m looking to replace my leaf vac motor
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ProductExpert38· 3 years ago
This engine does not include the exhaust.
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· 9 days ago
What is the RPM of this engine
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36 months parts/36months labor
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Specifications
479 cc
688 cc
688 cc
688 cc
Vanguard V-twin
GX Series OHV V-twin Commercial-duty
GX Series OHV V-twin Commercial-duty
GX Series OHV V-twin Commercial-duty
1 in
1 in
1 in
1 in
3 in
2.9 in
2.9 in
2.9 in
Electric
Electric
Electric
Electric
0.25 in
0.25 in
0.25 in
0.25 in
Horizontal
Q-type
Q-type
Q-type
5.25 in
5.25 in
5.25 in
5.25 in
2
2
2
2
Cast Iron
Integrated
Integrated
Integrated
16 HP
20.8 HP
20.8 HP
20.8 HP
No
No
No
No
1.5 qt
2 qt
2 qt
2 qt
No
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-
-
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
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-
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Counter Clockwise
Counter Clockwise
Counter Clockwise
Counter Clockwise
Mechanical
Mechanical
Mechanical
Mechanical
Electronic
Electonic, Digital CDI W/variable Ignition Timing
Electonic, Digital CDI W/variable Ignition Timing
Electonic, Digital CDI W/variable Ignition Timing
Float
2-barrel, Fuel Cut Solenoid, Inner Vent
2-barrel, Fuel Cut Solenoid, Inner Vent
2-barrel, Fuel Cut Solenoid, Inner Vent
Full Pressure
Full Pressure
Full Pressure
Full Pressure
Ball
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-
-
Yes
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-
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Air
Air
Air
Air
2.68 in
3.1 in
3.1 in
3.1 in
2.6 in
2.8 in
2.8 in
2.8 in
Dual Element
Dual Element
Dual Element
Dual Element
Manual
Remote
Manual
Remote
Manual
Remote
Manual
Remote
Yes
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16
20
17
3
No
No
No
No
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35.6 ft-lbs.
35.6 ft-lbs.
35.6 ft-lbs.
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9.3:1
9.3:1
9.3:1
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