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Honda GX270 270cc OHV Horizontal Shaft Engine with Recoil Start, 18 Amp Charge System

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- Fuel Efficient, High Output Operation: Digital CDI ignition system with variable timing
- Precision camshaft design offers precise valve timing and optimal valve overlap for better fuel efficency
- Smooth Performance: Precision engineered components result in lower vibration
- Exceptionally Quiet: Large capacity, multi-chamber exhaust system, improved camshaft and muffler reduce overall engine noise by up to 5 dB
- Proven Reliability: High quality materials, fit, and finish
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- Fuel Efficient, High Output Operation: Digital CDI ignition system with variable timing
- Precision camshaft design offers precise valve timing and optimal valve overlap for better fuel efficency
- Smooth Performance: Precision engineered components result in lower vibration
- Exceptionally Quiet: Large capacity, multi-chamber exhaust system, improved camshaft and muffler reduce overall engine noise by up to 5 dB
- Proven Reliability: High quality materials, fit, and finish
- Not for sale in CA
Key Specs
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
item# | 6614290 |
Brand | Honda Engines |
Manufacturer's Warranty | 3 year limited warranty |
Ship Weight | 70.0 LB |
Engine Displacement | 270 cc |
Engine Type | Horizontal |
Shaft Diameter | 1 in |
Shaft Diameter Metric | 25.4 mm |
Shaft Length | 3.48 in |
Shaft Length Metric | 88.392 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Start Type | Recoil |
Net Torque | 14.1 ft-lbs. |
Crankshaft | Horizontal |
Cylinders (qty.) | 1 |
Cylinder Bore | Cast Iron |
Net Power Output | 8.4 HP |
Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Tank | Yes |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 5.6 qt |
Oil Capacity | 1.16 qt |
Low Oil Shutdown | Yes |
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
Low Oil Alert | Yes |
Max. RPM | 3,600 |
CARB Approved | No |
Governor System | Centrifugal Mechanical |
Ignition System | Digital CDI With Variable Timing |
Carburetor | Butterfly Float |
Lubrication System | Splash |
Bearing Type | Ball |
Cooling System | Air |
Bore | 3 in |
Stroke | 2.3 in |
Air Cleaner Type | Dual Element |
Choke Control | Manual |
Throttle Control | Remote |
Fuel Filter | Yes |
Charging System Amps | 18 |
Muffler Included | Yes |
Bolt Circle | 5,6.5 in |
Mounting Base Length | 7.68 in |
Mounting Base Width | 3.18 to 3.68 in |
Product Weight | 65.0000 lb |
Dimensions L x W x H (in.) | 15.0 x 16.9 x 16.6 in |
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Specifications
270 cc
1,028 cc
725 cc
441 cc
Horizontal
Diesel Horizontal
Command Pro V-twin OHV
Diesel Horizontal
1 in
Group 8 Housing
1-1/8 in
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25.4 mm
Grp 8
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3.48 in
Grp 8 in
2.75 in
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88.392 mm
Grp 8
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Gasoline
Diesel
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Recoil
Electric
Electric
Electric
14.1 ft-lbs.
62.5 ft-lbs.
39.2 ft-lbs.
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Horizontal
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Hardened
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1
3
2
1
Cast Iron
Aluminum
Cast Iron
Cast Iron
8.4 HP
23.7 HP
25 HP
9.1 HP
8.5:1
22.8:1
9:1
20.3:1
Yes
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No
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5.6 qt
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-
-
1.16 qt
2.5 qt
2 qt
1.6 qt
Yes
Yes
Yes
-
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
3,600
3,600
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No
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Centrifugal Mechanical
Internal Flywheel Governor
Variable Speed
Yes
Digital CDI With Variable Timing
Electronic
Electronic
Electronic
Butterfly Float
No
Smart Choke
Direct Injection
Splash
Full Pressure W/full Flow Filter
Full Pressure
Full Pressure With Full Flow Filter
Ball
Parent Material
Parent Material
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Air
Liquid
Air
Air
3 in
3 in
3.3 in
3.4 in
2.3 in
3.1 in
2.6 in
3 in
Dual Element
Single Element
Dual Element
Single Element
Manual
Remote
Remote
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Remote
Remote
Remote
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Yes
Yes
Yes
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18
45
20
20
Yes
Yes
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Yes
5,6.5 in
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7.68 in
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3.18 to 3.68 in
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65.0000 lb
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15.0 x 16.9 x 16.6 in
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Grp 8 in
0.25 in
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Grp 8 in
6.125 in
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Counter Clockwise
Counter Clockwise
Counter Clockwise
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No
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Yes
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Toro Exmark ZTR
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87 Up
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