HONDA ENGINE GX240/270

Powerful. Reliable. Durable. Common Applications Pressure washers Commercial lawn and garden equipment Tillers / cultivators Generators Construction / industrial equipment Agricultural equipment Small vehicles Water pumps

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$1,176.00 tax incl.

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Fuel Efficient, High Output Operation
  • Digital CDI ignition system with variable timing 
  • Increased compression ratio
  • Precision camshaft design offers precise valve timing and optimal valve overlap for better fuel efficency
  • OHV design for increased efficiency and optimal power transfer
Smooth Performance
  • Precision engineered components result in lower vibration
  • Ball bearing supported crankshaft for greater stability
  • Heavy duty balancer shaft
  • Improved piston design
Exceptionally Quiet
  • Large capacity, multi-chamber exhaust system
  • Improved camshaft and muffler reduce overall engine noise by up to 5 dB
  • Reduced mechanical noise due to piston design
  • Forged steel crankshaft and rigid crankcase
  • Helical cut gears
  • Sophisticated air intake system
Proven Reliability
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  • Cast iron cylinder sleeve
  • High quality materials, fit, and finish
  • Dual element air cleaner
  • Fuel Valve
  • 3-Year Limited Warranty
Easy to Use and Maintain
  • Simple throttle control
  • Large fuel tanks
  • Large automotive type fuel cap
  • Dual oil drains and fill
  • Easy, convenient, heavy duty control box
  • Easily accessible spark plug
Easy Starting
  • Heavy duty recoil starter
  • Automatic mechanical de-compression system 
  • Variable ignition timing
Emissions Compliant
  • EPA certified
  • No catalyst necessary
Available Options
  • Low profile versions
  • Gear reduction options
  • Electric start
  • Spark arrester available
  • Charge and lamp coils with multiple output options available
  • Cyclone Air Cleaner available (Select models)

SPECIFICATIONS

 

GX240

GX270

Engine TypeAir-cooled 4-stroke OHVAir-cooled 4-stroke OHV
Bore x Stroke77 X 58 mm77 X 58 mm
Displacement270 cm3270 cm3
Net Power Output*7.9 hp (5.9 kW) @ 3,600 rpm8.4 hp (6.3 kW) @ 3,600 rpm
Net Torque13.4 lb-ft (18.3 Nm) @ 2,500 rpm14.1 lb-ft (19.1 Nm) @ 2,500 rpm
PTO Shaft RotationCounterclockwise (from PTO shaft side)Counterclockwise (from PTO shaft side)
Compression Ratio8.5:18.5:1
Lamp/Charge coil options25W, 50W / 1A, 3A, 7A25W, 50W / 1A, 3A, 10A, 17A
CarburetorButterfly Float TypeButterfly Float Type
Ignition SystemDigital CDI with variable ignition timingDigital CDI with variable ignition timing
Starting SystemRecoil/electricRecoil/electric
Lubrication SystemSplashSplash
Governor SystemCentrifugal Mass TypeCentrifugal Mass Type
Air CleanerDual elementDual element
Oil Capacity1.16 US qt (1.1 L)1.16 US qt (1.1 L)
Fuel Tank Capacity5.6 U.S. qts (5.3 liters)5.6 U.S. qts (5.3 liters)
FuelUnleaded 86 octane or higherUnleaded 86 octane or higher
Dry Weight55.1 to 66.1 lb (25 to 30 kg)55 lb (25 kg)
 

DIMENSIONS

 

GX240

GX270

Length (min)15.0" (380 mm)15.0" (380 mm)
Width (min)16.9" (429 mm)16.9" (429 mm)
Height (min)16.6" (422 mm)16.6" (422 mm)