This engine does not have the gear reduction. At this time, we do not offer a Honda engine with a 6:1 gear reduction.
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Honda Engines, HONDA 270CC OHV 6:1 ENGINE, Engine Displacement 270 cc, Engine Type GX Series OHV Commercial-duty, Shaft Diameter 1 in, Model# GX240UT2XHA2

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- Automatic decompression for easy starting
- Heavy-duty ball bearing supported crankshaft
- Double walled heavy-duty tank with in tank fuel strainer
- Not for sale in CA
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What's Included
- (1) Engine, Model# GX240UT2HA2
Features + Benefits
- Automatic decompression for easy starting
- Heavy-duty ball bearing supported crankshaft
- Double walled heavy-duty tank with in tank fuel strainer
- Not for sale in CA
Key Specs
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
item# | 60866 |
Brand | Honda Engines |
Manufacturer's Warranty | 3 year limited warranty |
Ship Weight | 72.0 LB |
Engine Displacement | 270 cc |
Engine Type | GX Series OHV Commercial-duty |
Shaft Diameter | 1 in |
Shaft Length | 3.23 in |
Start Type | Recoil |
Shaft Keyway | 0.25 in |
Net Torque | 13.5 ft-lbs. |
Crankshaft | H-type |
PTO Height | 5.25 in |
Cylinders (qty.) | 1 |
Cylinder Bore | Cast Iron |
Net Power Output | 7.9 HP |
Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Tank | Yes |
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
Fuel Tank Capacity | 5.6 qt |
Oil Capacity | 1.16 qt |
Low Oil Shutdown | Yes |
Low Oil Alert | 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 | 2.9 in |
Stroke | 2.3 in |
Air Cleaner Type | Dual Element |
Choke Control | Manual |
Throttle Control | Manual |
Fuel Filter | Yes |
Muffler Included | Yes |
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Anonymous· 3 years ago
Is it gear reduction 6:1?
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ProductExpert6· 3 years ago
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Anonymous· 13 years ago
is this a 8HP machine?
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ProductExpert5· 13 years ago
This engine is rated at 7.1 HP.
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· 13 years ago
is this the same engine as GX240k1HA2
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ProductExpert12· 13 years ago
The difference in the model numbers on the Honda 6:1 Gear Reduction engine is the manufacturer location. The k is the early designation for Japan, whereas the t is for Thailand. Otherwise, the specifications are the same.
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Specifications
270 cc
627 cc
688 cc
688 cc
GX Series OHV Commercial-duty
Command Pro OHV
GX Series OHV V-twin Commercial-duty
GX Series OHV V-twin
1 in
1-1/8 in
1 in
1-1/8 in
3.23 in
2.79 in
2.9 in
3.96 in
Recoil
Electric
Electric
Electric
0.25 in
0.25 in
0.25 in
0.25 in
13.5 ft-lbs.
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35.6 ft-lbs.
35.6 ft-lbs.
H-type
Hardened
Q-type
T-type
5.25 in
6.125 in
5.25 in
5.25 in
1
2
2
2
Cast Iron
Cast Iron
Cast Iron
Integrated
7.9 HP
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20.8 HP
22.1 HP
8.5:1
8.5:1
9.3:1
9.3:1
Yes
-
No
No
5.6 qt
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-
-
1.16 qt
2 qt
2.1 qt
2 qt
Yes
Yes
Oil Alert
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Counter Clockwise
Counter Clockwise
Counter Clockwise
Counter Clockwise
Centrifugal Mechanical
Variable Speed
Mechanical
Mechanical
Electronic
Electronic
Electrical, Digital CDI W/variable Ignition Timing
Electrical, Digital CDI W/variable Ignition Timing
Float, External Vent
Smart Choke
2 Barrel, Fuel-cut Solenoid, Inner Vent
(2) Barrel, Fuel Cut Solenoid, Inner Vent
Splash
Full Pressure
Forced Lubrication
Forced Lubrication
Yes
No
Yes
Yes
Air
Air
Air
Air
2.9 in
3 in
3.1 in
3.1 in
2.3 in
2.6 in
2.8 in
2.8 in
Dual Element
Dual Element
Dual Element
Dual Element
Manual
Remote
Manual
Manual
Manual
Remote
Manual
Manual
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
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Parent Material
Ball
Ball
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15
17
17
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