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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 — 3 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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  • Engine does not start
    Cause: Fuel tank empty
    Fix: Fill fuel tank
  • Low or fluctuating discharge pressure
    Cause: Inadequate water supply
    Fix: Use larger I.D. size of hose and provide specified inlet water pressure and volume
  • Engine starts hard or loses power
    Cause: Dirt or water in fuel tank
    Fix: Drain and clean fuel tank
  • Detergent will not siphon into Low Pressure Detergent mode
    Cause: Strainer not completely submerged in solution
    Fix: Check, submerge if necessary
  • Engine runs erratically
    Cause: Carburetor out of adjustment
    Fix: See your John Deere dealer
  • No discharge at nozzle when trigger mechanism is squeezed
    Cause: Low pressure or no water supply
    Fix: Ensure hose is 5/8 in. inside diameter and incoming water supply is turned on
  • 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 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
  • Pump oil is white or milky color
    Cause: Water in oil
    Fix: Change oil. Avoid directing water spray at pump
  • Oil leaking from pump
    Cause: Pump failed
    Fix: DO NOT USE!! See your John Deere dealer
  • Engine idles poorly
    Cause: Air filter element dirty
    Fix: Clean or

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: Engine does not start. Cause: Fuel tank empty. Fix: Fill fuel tank.