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Honda 163cc Horizontal OHV Engine GX Series
- $225.00
- Brands Honda
- Product Code: GX160UT2HX2
- Availability: In Stock
Honda GX Series 163cc OHV Horizontal-Shaft Gasoline Engine Product Overview The Honda GX Series 163cc OHV Horizontal-Shaft Engine is a compact, durable gasoline engine designed for a wide range of commercial, agricultural, landscaping, construction, and utility equipment. Its 163cc single-cylinder OHV configuration delivers dependable performance while maintaining a practical size for equipment ..
Key Features of Honda 163cc GX Series OHV Horizontal Engine
Honda GX Series 163cc OHV Horizontal-Shaft Gasoline Engine
Product Overview
The Honda GX Series 163cc OHV Horizontal-Shaft Engine is a compact, durable gasoline engine designed for a wide range of commercial, agricultural, landscaping, construction, and utility equipment. Its 163cc single-cylinder OHV configuration delivers dependable performance while maintaining a practical size for equipment where space and weight are important considerations.
This configuration features a 3/4-inch horizontal PTO shaft with a 1-31/32-inch shaft length, making it suitable for compatible machinery requiring these dimensions.
Key Features
- 163cc Honda GX Series engine provides reliable utility power.
- 4-stroke OHV design promotes efficient combustion and dependable operation.
- Single-cylinder configuration keeps the engine compact and straightforward to service.
- Horizontal shaft is suitable for compatible equipment.
- 3/4-inch PTO shaft diameter supports equipment designed for this shaft size.
- Compact engine design works well where installation space is limited.
- Designed for demanding commercial and utility applications.
- Suitable for pumps, pressure washers, tillers, generators, construction equipment, and other compatible machinery.
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Engine Series | GX Series |
| Engine Model | GX160 |
| Product Type | Horizontal-Shaft Gasoline Engine |
| Displacement | 163cc |
| Cylinder Configuration | Single Cylinder |
| Engine Cycle | 4-Stroke |
| Valve Configuration | OHV |
| Cooling System | Air-Cooled |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline |
| Starting System | Recoil Start* |
| Shaft Orientation | Horizontal |
| Shaft Diameter | 3/4 in. |
| Shaft Length | 1-31/32 in. |
| Shaft Type | Keyed PTO Shaft* |
| Application | Commercial, agricultural, construction, landscaping, and utility equipment |
*Configuration can vary by exact GX160 model and suffix.
Reliable GX Series Power
The Honda GX160 is one of Honda's widely used general-purpose engine platforms. Its 163cc displacement provides a useful balance between output, fuel efficiency, physical size, and serviceability.
The engine's overhead-valve (OHV) design is engineered to support efficient combustion and long-term operating reliability, making it suitable for equipment that may see frequent or demanding use.
Horizontal PTO Shaft
This engine configuration uses a 3/4-inch-diameter horizontal shaft with a listed shaft length of 1-31/32 inches. The horizontal output makes the engine suitable for machinery specifically designed around this type of PTO arrangement.
When replacing an existing engine, shaft dimensions should be matched carefully. Check:
- Shaft diameter
- Shaft length
- Keyway dimensions
- Shaft rotation
- Mounting-hole pattern
- Shaft centerline height
- PTO configuration
A matching shaft diameter alone does not guarantee compatibility.
Compact Single-Cylinder Design
The GX160's single-cylinder configuration provides a relatively simple mechanical layout while keeping the engine compact. This makes it useful for equipment where a larger twin-cylinder engine would be unnecessary or difficult to package.
Common Applications
The Honda GX160 can be found powering a variety of compatible equipment, including:
- Water pumps
- Pressure washers
- Tillage and cultivation equipment
- Small generators
- Plate compactors
- Construction equipment
- Landscaping machinery
- Agricultural equipment
- Utility equipment
- Specialty machinery
Easy Maintenance
Honda's GX Series engines are designed with serviceability in mind. Routine maintenance typically includes checking engine oil, maintaining the air-cleaner system, inspecting the spark plug, and keeping the fuel system and cooling areas clean.
Following the maintenance schedule for the specific engine configuration can help preserve performance and extend service life.
Why Choose the Honda GX160?
The 163cc Honda GX160 offers a practical combination of compact dimensions, OHV technology, durable construction, and dependable gasoline power. Its horizontal-shaft design makes it a versatile power source for a broad range of equipment.
The 3/4-inch × 1-31/32-inch shaft configuration is particularly useful for machinery engineered around those PTO dimensions.
Installation & Compatibility
Before purchasing this engine as a replacement, compare it with the original engine carefully. In addition to the shaft dimensions, verify the mounting pattern, shaft height, rotation direction, keyway, governor configuration, throttle controls, exhaust arrangement, fuel-system setup, and overall engine dimensions.
Important Specification Note
Honda produces the GX160 in multiple configurations, and specifications can vary by model suffix, production version, and market. The 163cc displacement corresponds to the GX160, rather than a separate “163cc” engine model. Likewise, the stated 3/4-inch × 1-31/32-inch shaft describes a particular configuration and should be confirmed against the exact model number before ordering.
For the most accurate product listing, use the complete Honda model/suffix and verify the shaft and mounting specifications for the intended application.