Description
Make light work of hard tasks.
Honda's GX50 general-purpose engine expands our Mini-Four Stroke lineup with a model that offers high output and light weight—extending into more demanding commercial and rental applications with excellent fuel efficiency. Featuring a compact and lightweight design, the GX50 is the first Honda four-stroke model in the two-horsepower class that is 360-degrees inclinable during operation and storage.
Common Applications
- Commercial lawn and garden equipment
- Tillers / cultivators
- Construction / industrial equipment
- Agricultural equipment
- Water pumps
Advanced Technology
- 4-stroke - no fuel/oil mixing
- Higher output engine, with a power-to-weight ratio matched to leading two-stroke models
- Exclusive rotary-slinger lubrication system
- Full 360° "any-side-up" operation - use and store in any position
Fuel Efficient, High Output Operation
- Approximately half the operating cost of comparable 2-stroke engines
- Efficient port configuration and large diameter valves maximize power output
- Lighter, more rigid valve train
- Carburetor equipped with accelerator pump for fast, easy acceleration
Smooth Performance
- Precision engineered components result in lower vibration
- Lighter piston minimizes vibration
- Ball bearing supported crankshaft for greater stability
- Roller bearing supported connecting rod
Exceptionally Quiet
- Belt-driven OHC design reduces mechanical noise
- Large capacity, multi-chamber exhaust system
- Sophisticated air intake system
Proven Reliability
- High quality materials, fit, and finish
- Lifetime timing belt design
- Integrated fuel system protection
- Diaphragm carburetor
- Scratch-resistant Bridge Guard Design provides stability and protects the engine cowling in upside down positions
Easy to Use and Maintain
- Easily accessible spark plug
- Easy to drain and re-fill oil
- No mixing of gas and oil
Easy Starting
- Exhaust decompression system
- Unique low inertia design
Emissions Compliant
- No catalyst necessary
Available Options
- Special designs for horizontal and vertical applications available
Specifications
- Engine Type: Air-cooled 4-stroke OHC
- Bore x Stroke: 43 mm x 33 mm
- Displacement: 47.9 cm3
- Net Power Output*: 2.0 HP (1.47 kW) @ 7,000 rpm
- Net Torque: 1.6 lb-ft (2.2 Nm) @ 5,500 rpm
- PTO Shaft Rotation: Counterclockwise (from PTO shaft side)
- Compression Ratio: 8.0:1
- Carburetor: Diaphragm-type (overflow return)
- Ignition System: Transistorized magneto
- Starting System: Recoil
- Lubrication System: Crankcase pressure-driven
- Governor System: NA
- Air Cleaner: Dry Paper
- Oil Capacity: 4.4 US oz (130cc)
- Fuel: Unleaded 86 octane or higher
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 0.67 U.S. qt (.63 liter)
- Dry Weight: 9.1 lb (4.1 kg)
Dimensions
- Length (min): 7.8" (199 mm)
- Width (min): 10.2" (260 mm)
- Height (min): 10.4" (263 mm)
