Honda this week launched its all-new mid GX engines line at the World of Concrete show in Las Vegas. Completely redesigned for 2011, the new GX120, the GX160 and the GX200 are single-cylinder, horizontal-shaft engines that replace the existing GX120, GX160 and GX200 models.
The lineup is designed to fit an array of commercial turf applications and equipment including generators; construction/industrial equipment; agricultural equipment; water pumps and pressure washers.
The new Honda mid GX engines offer increased performance over previous generation models, including improved fuel economy through changes in valve timing, compression ratio, carburetor settings, and cooling system modifications; new, more stringent emissions standards met through changes in valve timing; carburetor settings; and other proprietary components; low noise levels achieved via a change in muffler structure design, breather valve, push rod materials, and crank/case cover rigidity; and reduced vibration accomplished through use of a lighter engine piston.
“As a global environmental leader, Honda developed our new mid GX engines with technologically advanced features that contribute to lower emissions, lower noise, lower vibration and nearly 100-percent installation capability for OEMs in the commercial power equipment market,” said Mike Rudolph, senior manager, Honda Engines. “Because the new engines essentially match the dimensions of the existing GX models they replace, original equipment manufacturers will not have to modify the designs of their commercial equipment.”
The new Honda GX120, GX160 and GX200 mid GX engines meet EPA Phase 3 exhaust and evaporative emissions standards, and carry the Honda three-year warranty. For more information, visit www.honda.com.
Honda Power Equipment, a division of American Honda Motor Co., markets a complete range of outdoor power equipment, including outboard marine engines, general purpose engines, generators, lawnmowers, pumps, snowblowers, tillers and trimmers for commercial, rental and residential applications.
