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Honda GX 270 Engine

The Honda GX 270 is a 0.27 L 1-cylinder forced-air engine rated at 3600 rpm. It powers generator sets from Dewalt, Honda and SDMO, including the DXGN7200, GX270, HX 4000 and HX 4000 TB UK. It holds 1.16 L (0.3 gal) of oil.

Also known as: Honda GX 270

0.27 L
Displacement
1
Cylinders
3600 rpm
Rated speed
1.16 L
Oil capacity

Engine specifications

Oil capacity1.16 L
Displacement0.27 L
Cylinders1
AspirationForced-air
Rated speed3600 rpm

Generator sets powered by this engine

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Shared across brands: Dewalt, Honda, SDMO

Dewalt DXGN7200Honda GX270SDMO HX 4000SDMO HX 4000 TB UKSDMO HX 4000 UKSDMO HX 5000 T

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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 270.

Maintenance schedule

ItemSpecCapacityPart #Interval
Air filter100 hr
Fuel filterCheck50 hr
Oil filterChange20 hr
BatteryCheck-Clean20 hr
BeltReplace as necessary.
Coolant300 hr
OilSAE 20W-401.1 l
Spark plugCheck-Clean20 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.

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 270?

The Honda GX 270 engine has an oil capacity of 1.16 liters.

What is the displacement of the Honda GX 270?

The Honda GX 270 has a displacement of 0.27 liters with 1 cylinders.

Which generators use the Honda GX 270 engine?

The Honda GX 270 powers 6 generator set(s), including Dewalt DXGN7200, Honda GX270, SDMO HX 4000, SDMO HX 4000 TB UK, SDMO HX 4000 UK.

What is a common problem with the Honda GX 270 engine?

A commonly reported issue on generators using the Honda GX 270 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..