GX 160 (Horizontal Crankshaft)

Quality and performance come standard.
The GX160 offers improved fuel economy, lower noise levels, lower vibration, and lower emissions – without sacrificing power output or performance. The current GX160 essentially matches the dimensions of previous models, so no modifications to existing equipment designs are necessary.

Fuel Efficient, High-Output Operation

• New design offers even better fuel economy than before!
• Precision camshaft design offers precise valve timing and optimal valve overlap for better fuel efficiency
• OHV design for increased efficiency and optimal power transfer
• High compression ratio for better fuel efficiency

Smooth Performance

• Precision-engineered components result in lower vibration
• Reduced piston weight and precision balanced crankshaft result in lower engine vibration
• Ball bearing supported crankshaft for greater stability

Exceptionally Quiet

• Aluminum push rods reduce both valve clearance and noise level
• New enhancements to the muffler, breather valve, and case cover reduce noise level
• Reduced mechanical noise due to light weight, noise-reducing materials
• Forged steel crankshaft and rigid crankcase
• Helical cut gears
• Sophisticated air intake system

Proven reliability

• Oil Alert
• New carburetor chamber coating and carburetor filter help to protect against fuel impurities
• 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

Emissions compliant

• Lower emissions, higher power output
• CARB and 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