Customer Reviews for Honda Horizontal OHV Engine for Generators - 270cc, GX Series, Tapered 7/8 in. x 4 11/64in. Shaft, Model# GX270UT2VA2

The Honda 270cc GX Series OHV commercial-grade engine is designed for the most demanding commercial applications. It has set an industry standard for reliability and durability. Overhead Valve design offers cooler, fuel-efficient operation and cast iron cylinder sleeve provides longer service life. The GX is reliable, easy starting and quiet running. Meets EPA and CARB emission levels standards. This legendary engine has earned the reputation as the preferred engine for construction equipment. Common applications Generators. Cylinders qty. 1, Cooling System Air cooled, Cylinder Bore Cast iron, Fuel Filter Fuel tank filler neck strainer, Shaft Length in. 4 11/64, Throttle Control Remote wire, Choke Control Manual, Ignition System Electronic, Shaft Rotation From PTO Shaft Side Counterclockwise, Shaft Diameter in. 7/8 tapered, Air Cleaner Type Dual element, Crankshaft V type, Fuel Tank Capacity qt. 5.6, PTO Height in. 5 1/4, Carburetor Float, external vent, Torque ft./lbs. 13.10 at 2,500 RPM, Engine Type GX series OHV-commercial duty, Fuel Type Gasoline, EPA/CARB Approval California Air Resource Board Yes, Lubrication System Forced splash, Mounting Base L x W in. 7 11/16 x 3 3/16-3 11/16, Start Type Recoil, Bore x Stroke in. 3.0 x 2.3, Governor System Centrifugal mechanical, Engine Displacement cc 270, Dimensions L x W x H in. 15 x 16 7/8 x 16 1/8, Application Generator, Rated Power HP 8, Shaft Output Horizontal, Max. RPM 3,600, Bolt Circle in. 5, 6 1/2, Compression Ratio 8.21, Oil Capacity qt. 1.16. Automatic decompression for easy starting Heavy-duty ball bearing supported crankshaft Double walled heavy-duty tank with in tank fuel strainer Fits USA generator sets Does not fit Honda PE generators or others with metric shaft 50-state compliant engine