The PTO height is 4.17"
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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What's Included
- (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
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GX Series OHV Commercial-duty
GX Series OHV Commercial-duty
GX Series OHV V-twin
GX Series OHV Commercial-duty
3/4 in
5/8 in
1-1/8 in
1 in
1.96 in
2.42 in
3.96 in
3.23 in
Recoil
Recoil
Electric
Electric and Recoil
0.18 in
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0.25 in
0.25 in
7.6 ft-lbs.
9.1 ft-lbs.
35.6 ft-lbs.
14.1 ft-lbs.
H-type
T-type
T-type
H-type
4.17 in
4.17 in
5.25 in
5.25 in
1
1
2
1
Cast Iron
Cast Iron
Integrated
Cast Iron
4.8 HP
5.5 HP
22.1 HP
8.5 HP
9:1
8.5:1
9.3:1
8.5:1
Yes
Yes
No
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3.3 qt
3.3 qt
-
5.6 qt
0.61 qt
0.63 qt
2 qt
1.16 qt
Yes
Yes
Yes
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Counter Clockwise
Counter Clockwise
Counter Clockwise
Counter Clockwise
Centrifugal Mechanical
Centrifugal Mechanical
Mechanical
Centrifugal Mechanical
Electronic
Electronic
Electrical, Digital CDI W/variable Ignition Timing
Electronic
Float, External Vent
Float
(2) Barrel, Fuel Cut Solenoid, Inner Vent
Float, External Vent
Splash
Splash
Forced Lubrication
Splash
Yes
-
Yes
-
Air
Air
Air
Air
2.7 in
2.7 in
3.1 in
3 in
1.8 in
2.1 in
2.8 in
2.3 in
Dual Element
Dual Element
Dual Element
Dual Element
Manual
Manual
Manual
Manual
Remote
Manual
Manual
Remote
Yes
Yes
No
-
-
-
Yes
-
-
-
Ball
-
-
-
Yes
Yes
-
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