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Honda GX 200 Engine

The Honda GX 200 is a 0.2 L 1-cylinder o.h.v. engine rated at 3600 rpm, producing up to 4.73 kW. It powers generator sets from Alpha Technologies, Honda and SDMO, including the AlphaGen Portable 3.0kW Series, EU3000iS, GX200 and ALIZE 3000 UK. It holds 0.63 L (0.2 gal) of oil and 25.3 L (6.7 gal) of coolant.

Also known as: Honda GX 200

Part of the Honda GX200 engine family — 2 variants share parts & fitment.

0.196 L
Displacement
1
Cylinders
3600 rpm
Rated speed
4 kW
Gross power

Engine specifications

Oil capacity0.63 L
Coolant capacity25.3 L
Displacement0.196 L
Cylinders1
AspirationO.H.V.
Rated speed3600 rpm
Gross power4 kW

Generator sets powered by this engine

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Shared across brands: Alpha Technologies, Honda, SDMO

Alpha Technologies AlphaGen Portable 3.0kW SeriesHonda EU3000iSHonda GX200SDMO ALIZE 3000 UKSDMO HX 3000SDMO HX 3000 TB UK

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Common problems

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  • Water leaks from brass valve on pump.
    Cause: Thermal Relief Valve opening to protect pump.
    Fix: Do not run washer with gun trigger closed for more than 3 minutes. Trigger gun to close valve.
  • Water inlet screen obstructed.
    Fix: Remove screen, clean or replace.
  • Water flows from nozzle when trigger is released.
    Cause: Gun malfunction.
    Fix: DO NOT USE!! See your John Deere dealer.
  • Water flows back into detergent container.
    Cause: Detergent valve jammed, missing or corroded.
    Fix: See your John Deere dealer.
  • Vent in gas cap plugged.
    Fix: Clean vent or install new gas cap.
  • Too many high pressure hose extensions attached to outlet.
    Cause: Maximum.
    Fix: Use only one extension hose
  • Throttle lever not in run position.
    Fix: Move throttle lever up to run position.
  • Strainer obstructed.
    Fix: Inspect, clean or replace.
  • Spark plug wire loose or disconnected.
    Fix: Connect spark plug.
  • Spark plug not gapped correctly.
    Fix: Check and set spark plug gap.
  • Spark plug failed.
    Fix: Install new spark plug.
  • Siphon hose cut, obstructed or kinked.
    Fix: Inspect, clean or replace.
  • Pump sucking air. (Pump prime lost.)
    Fix: Tighten all water intake connections. Eliminate leaks in intake line.
  • Pump shuddering and flattening of the supply hose
    Cause: Attempting to operate the washer with less than adequate water supply
  • Pump oil is white or milky color.
    Cause: Water in oil.
    Fix: Change oil. Avoid directing water spray at pump.

Compiled from service & troubleshooting documentation across every generator set that uses the Honda GX 200.

Maintenance schedule

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filterevery 100 hours and every 200 hours or 3 months, whichever comes first—200 hr
Fuel filter—300 hr
Oil filterafter the first 50 hours of operation and every 200 hours or 3 months, whichever comes first—200 hr
Batteryevery 100 hours and every 200 hours or 3 months, whichever comes first—200 hr
Beltevery 100 hours and every 200 hours or 3 months, whichever comes first—200 hr
Coolantafter the first 50 hours of operation and every 200 hours or 3 months, whichever comes first—200 hr
Oilafter the first 50 hours of operation and every 200 hours or 3 months, whichever comes first—200 hr
Spark plugevery 100 hours and every 200 hours or 3 months, whichever comes first—200 hr

Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.

Recommended fluids

FluidGradeStandardAmbientCapacityNotes
Engine oilSAE 15W40Sold by SDMO in 0.5 L (RBH0,5) and 1 L (RBH1) bottles

Extracted from the manufacturer documentation linked to this model. Values are copied as printed; confirm against your unit's manual and serial number.

Parts cataloged across the Honda GX200 family

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Part #DescriptionCategory
745-764-21Cable Bag and Cable Key LanyardCable bag and key lanyard
745-131-21Enclosure Upgrade KitEnclosure upgrade kit
TY25808Gasoline Conditioner & StabilizerFluid
TY6354Hy-Gard™ Transmission OilFluid
P07-013107Prime water supply hose.Hose
PIC89-102299R0Changing nozzle.Injector
745-792-20Locking HandleLocking handle
745-131-20Punch Tool Kit for Enclosures, 2.5" diaService part / kit
745-793-20Portable Generator Wheel KitService part / kit
854-0093Dome IsolatorsService part / kit
P11-013107Detergent usage guide.Service part / kit
RBH0-5Box of 24 o.5L cans of oil or 20 1 L cans of oil (SAE 15W40)Service part / kit

Parts cataloged across all variants of this engine family — verify the exact part fits your specific variant and serial number before ordering.

Aftermarket parts that fit this engine

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Parts listed by aftermarket suppliers as fitting this engine — leads compiled from supplier catalogs; verify the exact part for your serial number.

Common questions

What is the oil capacity of the Honda GX 200?

The Honda GX 200 engine has an oil capacity of 0.63 liters.

What is the displacement of the Honda GX 200?

The Honda GX 200 has a displacement of 0.196 liters with 1 cylinders.

Which generators use the Honda GX 200 engine?

The Honda GX 200 powers 6 generator set(s), including Alpha Technologies AlphaGen Portable 3.0kW Series, Honda EU3000iS, Honda GX200, SDMO ALIZE 3000 UK, SDMO HX 3000.

How often should you change the oil in the Honda GX 200?

The Honda GX 200 oil change interval is every 200 hours.

What is a common problem with the Honda GX 200 engine?

A commonly reported issue on generators using the Honda GX 200 is: Water leaks from brass valve on pump.. Cause: Thermal Relief Valve opening to protect pump.. Fix: Do not run washer with gun trigger closed for more than 3 minutes. Trigger gun to close valve..