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Honda 163cc GX Series OHV Commercial-Grade Engine, 3/4in. Shaft, Model# GX160UT2HX2

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- Model GX160UT2HX2; 163cc engine with 3/4in. x 1 31/32in. horizontal shaft
- 6:1 gear reduction can be rotated to position of application
- OHV overhead valve design
- Recoil start with
Oil Alert® and automatic decompression for easy starting; electronic ignition - Flange mount bolt circle 3 5/8in.
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- (1) Honda Horizontal OHV Engine -- 163cc, GX Series, Model# GX160UT2HX2
Features + Benefits
- Model GX160UT2HX2; 163cc engine with 3/4in. x 1 31/32in. horizontal shaft
- 6:1 gear reduction can be rotated to position of application
- OHV overhead valve design
- Recoil start with
Oil Alert® and automatic decompression for easy starting; electronic ignition - Flange mount bolt circle 3 5/8in.
- Approx. mounting base dim. 6.38in. x 3.15in.-3.35in.
- Cast iron cylinder sleeve
- Ideal for use with construction equipment including cement mixers
- Dual element air cleaner
- Heavy-duty ball bearing supported crankshaft
- Double walled heavy-duty tank with in tank fuel strainer
- 50-state compliant engine
Key Specs
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
item# | 60596 |
Brand | Honda Engines |
Manufacturer's Warranty | 3 year limited warranty |
Ship Weight | 36.0 LB |
Engine Displacement | 163 cc |
Engine Type | GX Series OHV Commercial-duty |
Shaft Diameter | 3/4 in |
Shaft Length | 1.96 in |
Start Type | Recoil |
Shaft Keyway | 0.18 in |
Net Torque | 7.6 ft-lbs. |
Crankshaft | H-type |
PTO Height | 4.17 in |
Cylinders (qty.) | 1 |
Cylinder Bore | Cast Iron |
Net Power Output | 4.8 HP |
Compression Ratio | 9:1 |
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
Fuel Tank | Yes |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 3.3 qt |
Oil Capacity | 0.61 qt |
Low Oil Shutdown | Yes |
Shaft Rotation (From PTO Shaft Side) | Counter Clockwise |
Governor System | Centrifugal Mechanical |
Ignition System | Electronic |
Carburetor | Float, External Vent |
Lubrication System | Splash |
Auto Compression Release | Yes |
Cooling System | Air |
Bore | 2.7 in |
Stroke | 1.8 in |
Air Cleaner Type | Dual Element |
Choke Control | Manual |
Throttle Control | Remote |
Muffler Included | Yes |
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· 2 years ago
Shaft height from base
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ProductExpert6· 2 years ago
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· 4 years ago
does this come with 6:1 gear reduction
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ProductExpert30· 4 years ago
This engine does have 6:1 gear reduction.
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· 5 years ago
Is the gear reduction removable?
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ProductExpert11· 5 years ago
The gear reduction is removable for repair and replacement.
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· 5 years ago
is the shaft round and keyed or splined?
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ProductExpert38· 5 years ago
This engine shaft is round and keyed.
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Specifications
163 cc
479 cc
208 cc
479 cc
GX Series OHV Commercial-duty
Vanguard V-twin
Command Pro OHV
Vanguard V-twin
3/4 in
1 in
3/4 in
1 in
1.96 in
3 in
2.43 in
3 in
Recoil
Electric and Recoil
Recoil
Electric
0.18 in
0.25 in
5/16-24 28 UNF in
0.25 in
7.6 ft-lbs.
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10.5 ft-lbs.
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H-type
Horizontal
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Horizontal
4.17 in
5.25 in
4.173 in
5.25 in
1
2
1
2
Cast Iron
Cast Iron
Cast Iron
Cast Iron
4.8 HP
16 HP
7 HP
16 HP
9:1
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8.5:1
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Yes
Yes
Yes
No
3.3 qt
9 qt
4 qt
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0.61 qt
1.5 qt
0.63 qt
1.5 qt
Yes
No
Yes
No
Counter Clockwise
Counter Clockwise
Counter Clockwise
Counter Clockwise
Centrifugal Mechanical
Mechanical
Mechanical
Mechanical
Electronic
Electronic
Electronic
Electronic
Float, External Vent
Float
Float
Float
Splash
Full Pressure
Splash
Full Pressure
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Air
Air
Air
Air
2.7 in
2.68 in
2.8 in
2.68 in
1.8 in
2.6 in
2.1 in
2.6 in
Dual Element
Single Element
Single Element
Dual Element
Manual
Yes
-
Manual
Remote
Remote
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Manual
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
-
No
Yes
No
-
No
Yes
No
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Ball
Ball
Ball
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Yes
Yes
Yes
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16
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16
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61.722 mm
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-
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61.722 mm
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Gasoline
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-
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3,000
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87
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38.5 lb
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