Description
The Honda GX270 HEA2 is a horizontal-shaft engine listed with 9.0 HP (6.6 kW) at 3600 RPM and 270 cc (16.5 cu in) displacement. Its published configuration is a 4-stroke, single-cylinder overhead-valve (OHV) design. X Factor Motor Sport lists this model for commercial-grade engine applications and identifies a cast iron cylinder sleeve, dual-element air cleaner, and transistorized ignition among its features. The engine uses recoil starting; the page also notes that an electric-start GX270 HEA2E version is available separately.
For equipment builders and replacement-engine buyers, the key matching details are the horizontal shaft and the published shaft dimensions. The GX270 HEA2 is listed with a 1-1/8 in. x 3-5/32 in. shaft (28.6 mm x 80.2 mm), making these measurements central to assessing whether it suits an existing drive arrangement. The product page also lists a 3.4 US gal (12.9 L) fuel tank and an oil capacity of 1.16 US qt (1.1 L).
Key specifications
- Model: Honda GX270 HEA2
- Engine type: 4-stroke, single-cylinder, OHV
- Displacement: 270 cc (16.5 cu in)
- Maximum power: 9.0 HP (6.6 kW) at 3600 RPM
- Shaft orientation: Horizontal
- Shaft size: 1-1/8 in. x 3-5/32 in. (28.6 mm x 80.2 mm)
- Starting system: Recoil
- Fuel tank capacity: 3.4 US gal (12.9 L)
- Oil capacity: 1.16 US qt (1.1 L)
- Dry weight: 60.6 lb (27.5 kg)
- Dimensions (L x W x H): 14.6 x 17.4 x 15.7 in. (371 x 442 x 399 mm)
- Listed fuel consumption: approximately 0.63 gal/hr at rated load (approximately 2.4 L/hr)
Applications / Compatibility
The product page identifies the GX270 HEA2 for commercial equipment such as pressure washers, generators, construction equipment, industrial water pumps, agricultural equipment, and commercial turf equipment. It specifically describes the horizontal-shaft layout as appropriate for direct-drive applications. Examples named on the page include concrete vibrators, power trowels, contractor pumps, trash pumps, high-pressure washers, water pumps, small balers, feed-processing equipment, large aerators, sod cutters, and professional mowers. These examples describe possible application types, not universal fitment.
Compatibility should be determined from the equipment’s required shaft orientation, shaft diameter and length, starting arrangement, mounting requirements, drive connection, and power requirement. Confirm the listed 1-1/8 in. x 3-5/32 in. shaft dimensions against the equipment before selecting this engine. The page does not provide a vehicle-, machine-, or brand-specific fitment list.
Buyer guidance
Select the GX270 HEA2 when the published 270 cc, horizontal-shaft, recoil-start specification matches the equipment being powered. Check the shaft dimensions and layout before purchase, and plan for the listed fuel and oil capacities in the equipment’s operating setup. If an electric-start configuration is required, the product page points to the GX270 HEA2E version rather than changing the recoil-start specification of this GX270 HEA2 listing.
Fitment and ordering notes
- Confirm the exact model, part number, configuration, dimensions, and application against the information shown in this listing.
- Review the product images and listed attributes before ordering; fitment can vary by vehicle, equipment, year, and installation setup.
- Contact X Factor Motorsport for availability, fitment, product questions, or freight guidance before purchase.
