The Honda GX160 is a 0.16 L 1-cylinder o.h.v. engine rated at 3000 rpm, producing up to 3.6 kW. It powers generator sets from Honda, Pramac and SDMO, including the EU2000i, EU3000i Handi, E3200 and HP 2.26 H. It holds 0.6 L (0.2 gal) of oil.
Also known as: HONDA GX160, GX160
| Oil capacity | 0.6 L |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 0.163 L |
| Cylinders | 1 |
| Aspiration | O.H.V. |
| Rated speed | 3000 rpm |
| Gross power | 3 kW |
Shared across brands: Honda, Pramac, SDMO
Compiled from service & troubleshooting documentation across every generator set that uses the Honda GX160.
| Item | Spec | Capacity | Part # | Interval | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air filter | Paper type | — | 100 hr | ||
| Oil | SAE 10W-30 | — | |||
| Spark plug | Standard NGK plug | — | 50 hr |
Pooled from every document that names this exact engine — confirm the interval and part number against your unit's serial number.
| Fluid | Grade | Standard | Ambient | Capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil | SAE 15W40 | Sold 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 listed by aftermarket suppliers as fitting this engine — leads compiled from supplier catalogs; verify the exact part for your serial number.
The Honda GX160 engine has an oil capacity of 0.6 liters.
The Honda GX160 has a displacement of 0.163 liters with 1 cylinders.
The Honda GX160 powers 6 generator set(s), including Honda EU2000i, Honda EU3000i Handi, Pramac E3200, SDMO HP 2.26 H, SDMO ST 3.60 H.
A commonly reported issue on generators using the Honda GX160 is: The engine will not start because there is no spark.. Cause: The engine stop switch may have collected dust or debris that prevents the switch from working properly. In rare cases, the engine may not stop when the engine stop switch is in the OFF position. The engine will continue to run until the carburetor runs out of fuel.. Fix: Troubleshoot the engine stop switch starting on the page shown for your model. If troubleshooting confirms the engine stop switch is good, use the appropriate shop manual to test the ignition and Oil Alert® systems. If troubleshooting confirms the engine stop switch is bad, install a new engine stop switch..