The 5.5 HP Honda Engine has a number of potential applications, such as pressure washers, cultivators, agricultural equipment, water pumps, commercial lawn and garden equipment, generators or industrial equipment. You may be able to get this particular engine with a recoil or electric starter. Honda engines are known for their reliability, and this product is no different.

Honda’s GX series engines are legendary for superior reliability and performance. The GX160 lives up to that reputation with lower noise, reduced vibration, and lower emissions without sacrificing power or performance.

Fuel Efficient, High Output:

• Improved fuel economy with updated design
• Precision camshaft for optimal valve timing
• OHV design for efficient power transfer
• High compression ratio for better efficiency

Smooth Performance:

• Precision-engineered components reduce vibration
• Lightweight piston and balanced crankshaft
• Ball bearing-supported crankshaft for stability

Quiet Operation:

• Aluminum push rods reduce noise
• Enhanced muffler, breather, and case cover
• Noise-reducing materials and helical cut gears
• Advanced air intake system

Proven Reliability:

• Oil Alert system
• Protected carburetor with filter and coating
• Cast iron cylinder sleeve
• Dual element air cleaner and fuel valve

Easy to Use & Maintain:

• Simple throttle control
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• Engine type: Air-cooled 4-stroke OHV
• Starting sytem: Recoil starter
• Shaft: 3/4" solid keyed
• Bore x stroke: 68 x 45 mm
• Displacement: 163 cm3
• Net power output: 4.8 HP (3.6 kW) @ 3600 rpm
• Net torque: 7.6 lb-ft (10.3 Nm) @ 2500 rpm
• PTO shaft rotation: Counterclockwise from PTO shaft side
• Compression ratio: 9.0 : 1
• Lamp/Charge coil options: 25W, 50W / 1A, 3A, 7A
• Carburetor: Butterfly
• Ignition system: Transistorized magneto
• Lubrication system: Splash
• Governor system: Centrifugal mechanical
• Air cleaner: Dual element
• Oil capacity: 0.61 US qt. (0.58 L)
• Fuel tank capacity: 3.3 US qts (3.1 liters)
• Fuel: Unleaded 86 octane or higher
• Dry weight: 33 lbs (15.1 kg)
• Dimensions: 12.2 in long x 14.3 in wide x 13.6 in high (312 x 362 x 346 mm)
• Warranty: 3 year commercial warranty (limited to manufacturer defects)