The Kama KM173FE is a 250 cc (15.25 cu.in.) single-cylinder air-coolled 4-stroke direct injection diesel engine with horizontal shaft manufactured by WUXI WORLDBEST KAMA POWER CO., LTD.
The KM173FE has OHV design, single-cylinder, direct injection system, and recoil or electric starter.
The KM173FE engine cylinder bore is 73.0 mm (2.87 in) and piston stroke is 59.0 mm (2.32 in). The engine produced from 5.0 HP (3.7 kW) at 3,000 rpm up to 5.5 HP (4.07 kW) at 3,600 rpm of maximum horsepower. The continuous rated output power is 4.5 HP (3.3 kW) at 3,000 rpm up to 5.0 HP (3.7 kW) at 3,600 rpm.
General information
| Engine Specifications | |
| Model | KM173FE |
| Type | 4-stroke, single cylinder, diesel engine |
| Displacement | 250 cm 3 (15.25 cu-in) |
| Max. horsepower | 5.5 HP (4.07 kW) at 3,600 rpm |
| Max. torque | – |
| Cooling system | Forced-air |
| Lubricating system | Pressure spray compound |
| Starting system | Recoil or electric starter |
| Fuel used | Light diesel oil |
| Fuel tank capacity | 2.5 L (0.55 gal.) |
Dimensions and Weight
| Length, mm (in) | 335 (13.19) |
| Width, mm (in) | 380 (14.96) |
| Height, mm (in) | 415 (16.39) |
| Weight, kg (lb) | 26.0 (57.2) |
Maintenance data
| Engine | |
| Engine speed | 3,000-3,600 rpm |
| Valves | |
| Valve clearance (cold state) | 0.10-0.15 mm (0.0039-0.0059 in) |
| Oil system | |
| Oil type | Oil for 4-stroke engines (above CC grade) |
| Recommended oil | SAE 10W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 0.75 l (0.16 gal.) |
| Fuel system | |
| Injection pressure | 200 kg/cm2 (19.6 MPa) |
| Fuel supply advance angle | 15°±1° |
Author:
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