When looking directly at the end of the shaft, it would have a clockwise rotation.
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Kohler 4-Cycle Single Cylinder OHV Horizontal Engine - 14 HP, 429cc, 1in. x 3.49in. Shaft, Model# PA-CH440-3280

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- Model# PA-CH440-3280 4-cycle 429cc horizontal engine with 1in. x 3.49in. shaft
- Overhead valve technology
- 6.5in., 5in. bolt circle
- Cast iron cylinder liner and aluminum block
- Quad-Clean™ all-season 4-stage cyclonic air filter provides effective engine protection for tough-and-dirty conditions and protects from airborne contaminants that can easily clog traditional air filters
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- Model# PA-CH440-3280 4-cycle 429cc horizontal engine with 1in. x 3.49in. shaft
- Overhead valve technology
- 6.5in., 5in. bolt circle
- Cast iron cylinder liner and aluminum block
- Quad-Clean™ all-season 4-stage cyclonic air filter provides effective engine protection for tough-and-dirty conditions and protects from airborne contaminants that can easily clog traditional air filters
- Large-capacity metal fuel tank provides longer run times with fewer stops for refills
- Electronic ignition and an advanced combustion system design help to reduce fuel consumption
- Oil Sentry™ system automatically shuts engine down in low-oil conditions
- Large-capacity muffler with heat shield and spark arrestor for safety
- 50-state compliant engine
Key Specs
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
item# | 109849 |
Brand | Kohler |
Manufacturer's Warranty | 36 months parts/36months labor |
Ship Weight | 95.0 LB |
Engine Displacement | 429 cc |
Engine Type | OHV |
Shaft Diameter | 1 in |
Shaft Diameter Metric | 25.4 mm |
Shaft Length | 3.5 in |
Shaft Length Metric | 88.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline |
Start Type | Electric and Recoil |
Shaft Keyway | 0.375 in |
Net Torque | 22.7 ft-lbs. |
Crankshaft | Hardened |
PTO Height | 5.26 in |
Cylinders (qty.) | 1 |
Cylinder Bore | Cast Iron |
Net Power Output | 14 HP |
Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Tank | Yes |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 7.8 qt |
| Attribute | Specification |
|---|---|
Oil Capacity | 1.4 qt |
Low Oil Shutdown | Yes |
Low Oil Alert | Yes |
Max. RPM | 3,600 |
Grade | 87 |
CARB Approved | Yes |
Shaft Rotation (From PTO Shaft Side) | Counter Clockwise |
Governor System | Yes |
Ignition System | Electronic |
Carburetor | Yes |
Lubrication System | Splash |
Bearing Type | Parent Material |
Auto Compression Release | Yes |
Cooling System | Air |
Bore | 3.5 in |
Stroke | 2.7 in |
Air Cleaner Type | Dual Element |
Choke Control | Automatic |
Throttle Control | Manual |
Fuel Filter | Yes |
Charging System Amps | 18 |
Muffler Included | Yes |
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Is this engine Made In USA or Imported?
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This engine is manufactured in the United States.
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Specifications
429 cc
270 cc
688 cc
688 cc
OHV
GX Series OHV Commercial-duty
GX Series OHV V-twin Commercial-duty
GX Series OHV V-twin Commercial-duty
1 in
1 in
1 in
1 in
25.4 mm
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3.5 in
3.23 in
2.9 in
2.9 in
88.6 mm
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Gasoline
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Electric and Recoil
Electric and Recoil
Electric
Electric
0.375 in
0.25 in
0.25 in
0.25 in
22.7 ft-lbs.
14.1 ft-lbs.
35.6 ft-lbs.
35.6 ft-lbs.
Hardened
H-type
Q-type
Q-type
5.26 in
5.25 in
5.25 in
5.25 in
1
1
2
2
Cast Iron
Cast Iron
Integrated
Integrated
14 HP
8.5 HP
20.8 HP
20.8 HP
8.0:1
8.5:1
9.3:1
9.3:1
Yes
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No
No
7.8 qt
5.6 qt
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-
1.4 qt
1.16 qt
2 qt
2 qt
Yes
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-
-
Yes
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No
Yes
3,600
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-
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87
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Yes
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Counter Clockwise
Counter Clockwise
Counter Clockwise
Counter Clockwise
Yes
Centrifugal Mechanical
Mechanical
Mechanical
Electronic
Electronic
Electonic, Digital CDI W/variable Ignition Timing
Electonic, Digital CDI W/variable Ignition Timing
Yes
Float, External Vent
2-barrel, Fuel Cut Solenoid, Inner Vent
2-barrel, Fuel Cut Solenoid, Inner Vent
Splash
Splash
Full Pressure
Full Pressure
Parent Material
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Yes
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Air
Air
Air
Air
3.5 in
3 in
3.1 in
3.1 in
2.7 in
2.3 in
2.8 in
2.8 in
Dual Element
Dual Element
Dual Element
Dual Element
Automatic
Manual
Manual
Remote
Manual
Remote
Manual
Remote
Yes
Yes
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18
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17
3
Yes
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No
No
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