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Honda Vertical OHC Engine 160cc, GCV Series, 7/8in. x 2-7/16in. N-7 Type Crankshaft, Model# GCV160LA0A7H1-BLK
Item# 43990

- Incredibly quiet
- Uses the world's first internal timing belt
- Compact, lightweight, air-cooled 4-stroke single cylinder engine is an ideal choice for home and light industrial use
- Designed for use with hover mowers
- Other common applications include trimmers, tillers, and chipper/vacs
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Honda Vertical OHC Engine 160cc, GCV Series, 7/8in. x 2-7/16in. N-7 Type Crankshaft, Model# GCV160LA0A7H1-BLK
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Engine Displacement (cc)
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25 | 160 | 160 | 187 | 337 |
Start Type
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Recoil | Recoil | Recoil | Recoil | Electric w/recoil backup |
Application | String trimmer, mini-tiller | Walk-behind mower, chipper/vac | Hover mower, trimmer, tiller, chipper/vac | Billy Goat lawn vac, commercial mower | Commerical turf equipment, lawn tractor, riding mower |
Engine Type | GX series 4-stroke OHC | GCV series OHC commercial-duty | GCV series OHC | GSV series OHC | GXV series OHV commercial-duty |
Net Power Output (HP) | 1.0 (.72 kW) at 7,000 RPM | 4.4 (3.3 kW) at 3,600 RPM | 4.4 (3.3 kW) at 3,600 RPM | 5.1 (3.8 kW) at 3,600 RPM | 8.9 (6.6 kW) at 3,600 RPM |
Net Torque (lbs./ft.) | 0.74 (1.0 Nm) at 5,000 RPM | 6.9 (9.4 Nm) at 2,500 RPM | 6.9 (9.4 Nm) at 2,500 RPM | 8.3 (11.3 Nm) at 2,500 RPM | 15.9 (21.6 Nm) at 2,500 RPM |
Shaft Output
|
Vertical | Vertical | Vertical | Vertical | Vertical |
Crankshaft | - | N1 type | N7 type | N1 type | - |
Shaft Diameter (in.) | Clutch | 7/8 | 7/8 | 7/8 | 1 |
Shaft Length (in.) | Crank/piston assembly | 3 5/32 | 2 7/16 | 3 5/32 | 3.11 |
Shaft Keyway (in.)
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- | 3/16 | - | 3/16 | 1/4 |
Shaft End Tapped (Diameter (in.)/Threads per inch) | - | 3/824 | 3/8-24 | 3/824 | 7/1620 |
Shaft Rotation (From PTO Shaft Side) | Counterclockwise | Counterclockwise | Counterclockwise | Counterclockwise | Counterclockwise |
PTO Height (in.) | 3.4 | - | - | - | - |
Bearing Type | Ball | - | Oil seal | Ball | - |
Cylinders (qty.)
|
1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Cylinder Bore
|
Cast iron | Aluminum alloy | Aluminum alloy | Cast iron | Cast iron |
Bore x Stroke (in.)
|
1 3/8 x 1 | 2.5 x 2.0 | 2.5 x 2.0 | 2.7 x 2.0 | 3.2 x 2.5 |
Compression Ratio
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8:1 | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 | 7.7:1 |
Cooling System
|
Forced air | Air cooled | Air cooled | Air cooled | Air cooled |
Air Cleaner Type
|
Semi-dry | Dry (paper) type | Dry paper filter | Dual element | Dual element |
Fuel Tank | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline | Gasoline | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Fuel Tank Capacity (qt.)
|
0.61 | 0.98 | 0.98 | 0.98 | 2.2 |
Fuel Pump | Accelerator pump in carburetor | - | - | Yes | - |
Fuel Filter
|
Yes | - | Yes | Yes | Mesh fuel filter |
Oil Capacity (qt.)
|
0.084 | 0.58 | 0.58 | 0.58 | 1.2 |
Lubrication System
|
Oil mist, crankshaft pressure-driven | Forced splash | Splash | Forced splash | Pressure/splash |
Low Oil Alert
|
- | - | - | - | No |
Ignition System
|
Transistorized magneto | Electronic | Transistorized magneto | Electronic | Electronic |
Governor System
|
- | Centrifugal mechanical | Centrifugal mechanical | Centrifugal mechanical | Centrifugal mechanical |
Carburetor
|
Diaphragm (overflow return) | Float | Float | Horizontal butterfly valve | Float |
Throttle Control
|
Manual | Remote (wire) | Remote (rod) | Remote | Remote (wire) |
Choke Control
|
Manual | Remote (wire) | Remote (rod) | Remote (wire) | Remote (wire) |
Max. RPM
|
7,000 | 3,600 | 3,600 | 3,600 | 3,600 |
Charging System Amps | - | - | - | - | 3 |
Muffler Included
|
Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Flywheel Brake | - | Yes | - | Yes | - |
Auto Compression Release | Yes | - | Yes | Yes | - |
Bolt Circle (in.)
|
2.6 | 8 1/2 | 8 1/2 | 8 | 10 |
Mounting Base L x W (in.) | 2.3 x 2.3 | - | - | - | - |
Dimensions L x W x H (in.)
|
7 3/5 x 8 7/10 x 9 1/10 | 14 3/8 x 13 x 13 13/16 | 14 3/8 x 13 x 13 13/16 | 14 3/5 x 13 1/2 x 13 4/5 | 17 x 15 x 15 7/8 |
EPA/CARB Approval (California Air Resource Board)
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Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |