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Genuine Honda Performance
Honda's Experience Counts
There are many reasons to insist on genuine Honda engines — reasons like less down time, lower costs of ownership and better performance. As the world's largest engine manufacturer, Honda offers more engine experience than anyone, experience born on racetracks and roadways around the globe. Honda has a well-earned reputation for engine quality and performance. When you choose a Honda engine, or a product powered by Honda, you know what you're getting: an engine you can count on, now and in the future.
Commercial-Grade Honda GX Series
The Honda GX Series OHV commercial-grade engine is designed to perform in the most demanding commercial applications and has set the industry standard for reliability and durability. It's the preferred engine for construction equipment, pressure washers, compressors, go-karts, log splitters and more.
Superior Performance
Better fuel efficiency. Higher power output. Quieter performance. Easier use. No matter how you define superior engine performance, Honda engines set the standard, with best-in-class engineering and technology.
Legendary Easy Starting
Honda engines are renowned for being consistently easy to start. With a unique automatic mechanical decompression system, heavy-duty recoil ropes and advanced variable ignition timing, Honda engines are designed with quick, easy starts in mind.
Environmental Focus
Honda is committed to producing one engine for use in all 50 states. Honda engines meet the new, more stringent CARB emission requirements, and will be ready for the future lower EPA and CARB standards as they are introduced. Additionally, Honda engines meet CARB exhaust emission requirements without the use of a catalytic converter.

- Model# GX160UT2QX2; Honda 163cc, 4.8 HP air-cooled, 4-stroke engine with 3/4in. x 2 7/16in. horizontal shaft
- OHV overhead valve design delivers increased efficiency and optimal power transfer
- Electronic ignition system with a heavy-duty recoil starter featuring
Oil Alert® and automatic decompression system for quick starts - Flange-mount bolt circle: 3 5/8in.; Mounting base: 6 3/8in. L x 3 5/32in. to 3 11/32in. W (approx.)
- Cast iron cylinder sleeve
- Preferred engine for construction equipment including pressure washers, compressors, log splitters and chipper/shredders
- Fuel efficient, high-output operation with precision camshaft design and a high compression ratio
- Smooth performance and reduced vibration from precision-balanced crankshaft and reduced piston weight
- Ball bearing-supported crankshaft offers greater stability
- Aluminum push roads reduce both valve clearance and noise level
- Muffler, breather valve, case cover, air intake system, rigid crankcase, helical-cut gears and lightweight materials are also designed to reduce noise level
- Oil alert protects engine
- Carburetor coating and filter help protect fuel from impurities
- Reliability comes from high-quality materials, fit and finish
- Dual-element air cleaner
- Easy to use and maintain with simple throttle control, large fuel tanks, wide-mouth automotive-style fuel cap, dual oil fills and drains, easy-to-use control box and easily accessible spark plug
- 50-state compliant engine
Attribute | Specification |
---|---|
item# |
6059 |
Brand |
Honda Engines |
Manufacture's Warranty |
3 year limited warranty |
Ship Weight |
36.7 LB |
Engine Displacement |
163 cc |
Engine Type |
GX Series OHV Commercial-duty |
Shaft Diameter |
3/4 in |
Shaft Length |
2.43 in |
Start Type |
Recoil |
Shaft Keyway |
0.18 in |
Net Torque |
7.6 ft-lbs. |
Crankshaft |
Q-type |
PTO Height |
4.17 in |
Cylinders (qty.) |
1 |
Cylinder Bore |
Cast Iron |
Net Power Output |
4.8 HP |
Compression Ratio |
9:1 |
Fuel Tank |
Yes |
Attribute | Specification |
---|---|
Fuel Tank Capacity |
3.3 qt |
Oil Capacity |
0.61 qt |
Low Oil Shutdown |
Yes |
Shaft Rotation (From PTO Shaft Side) |
Counter Clockwise |
Governor System |
Centrifugal Mechanical |
Ignition System |
Electronic |
Carburetor |
Float, External Vent |
Lubrication System |
Splash |
Bearing Type |
Ball |
Auto Compression Release |
Yes |
Cooling System |
Air |
Bore |
2.7 in |
Stroke |
1.8 in |
Air Cleaner Type |
Dual Element |
Choke Control |
Manual |
Throttle Control |
Remote |
Muffler Included |
Yes |