Honda GX340 R2/RT2/T2/U2/UT2

Honda GX340 R2/RT2/T2/U2/UT2The Honda GX240 R2/RT2/T2/U2/UT2 is a 0.39 l (389 cc, 23.7 cu·in) single-cylinder air-coolled 4-stroke internal combustion small gasoline engine with horizontal shaft, manufactured by Honda Motor for general-purpose applications.

From spring 2010 onwards, Honda producing the updated version of GX340 engines with larger displacement. The new engine has variable ignition timing (digital CDI), increased compression ratio, improved carburetor performance, and a lightweight piston.

The dimensions and outward appearance, however, remained virtually unchanged, in order to guarantee 100% interchangeability with the older GX340-engines. For the same reason, the naming of the engine remained unchanged, but all new engines have a number “2” in model version (T2 or UT2), old versions have a number “1” (GX340 K1).

The Honda GX340 has single cylinder inclined by 25°, overhead valve design, horizontal carburetor with butterfly valve, C.D.I.(Capacitor Discharge Ignition) type magneto ignition system, recoil and starter motor or only recoil starter.

In 2014, Honda introduced “high inclination” version of GX engines. The GX270, GX340 and GX390 are now available for multi-purpose uses including providing power for two-wheel tractors.

The engines have new features:

  • A special one-way valve integrated in the cylinder head to improve the oil return flow and guarantee optimal lubrication under inclined conditions;
  • A membrane fuel pump, protected by a bracket, and adapted fuel line routing, to ensure an optimal fuel flow;
  • A maximum fuel level indicator and inner-vent carburettor fitted to avoid overfilling and to guarantee safe operation under all conditions.

Cylinder bore is 88.0 mm (3.5 in) and piston stroke is 64.0 mm (2.5 in). Compression ratio rating is 8.2:1. The Honda GX340 produces 10.7 HP (8.0 kW) at 3,600 rpm and 26.4 Nm (2.69 kg·m, 19.5 ft·lb) of torque at 2,500 rpm.

General information

Engine Specifications
Model GX340 R2/RT2/T2/U2/UT2
Description code GCBKK, GCBET, GCBFT, GCBKK, GCBET
Type 4-stroke, OVH, single cylinder, inclined by 25°
Displacement 389 cm 3 (23.7 cu·in)
Max. horsepower 10.7 HP (8.0 kW) at 3,600 rpm
Max. torque (crank PTO) 26.4 Nm (2.69 kg·m, 19.5 ft·lb) at 2500 rpm
Carburetor Horizontal type, butterfly valve
Cooling system Forced-air
Ignition system C.D.I.(Capacitor Discharge Ignition) type magneto ignition
Lubricating system Forced splash
Starting system Recoil, Recoil and Starter motor
Stoping system Ignition exciter coil circuit open
Fuel used Unleaded gasoline (octane number 86 or higher)
Fuel consumption 3.1 L (0.82 US gal, 0.68 Imp gal) / h
PTO shaft rotation Counterclockwise (from PTO shaft side)

Cylinder Block and Head

The Honda GX340 has cast iron cylinder sleeve, ball bearing supported crankshaft, improved piston design, heavy-duty balancer shaft. The piston has two compression rings and one oil ring. Precision camshaft design offers precise valve timing and optimal valve overlap for better fuel efficiency.

Cylinder block
Compression ratio: 8.2:1
Bore x Stroke 88 X 64 mm (3.5 x 2.5 in)
Sleeve internal diameter 88.000-88.017 mm (3.4646-3.4652 in)
Piston skirt outer diameter 87.965-87.985 mm (3.4632-3.4640 mm)
Number of piston rings (compression / oil): 2 / 1
Ring side clearance Top/second 0.030-0.060 (0.0012-0.0024)
Ring end gap Top 0.20-0.35 mm (0.0079-0.0138 in)
Second 0.35-0.50 mm (0.0138-0.0197 in)
Oil (side rail) 0.2-0.7 mm (0.01-0.03 in)
Ring width Top 1.160-1.175 mm (0.0457-0.0463 in)
Second 1.160-1.175 mm (0.045-0.0463 in)
Piston pin outer diameter 19.994-20.000 mm (0.7872-0.7874 in)
Connecting rod small end inner diameter 20.005-20.020 mm (0.7876-0.7882 in)
Connecting rod big end inner diameter 36.025-36.039 mm (1.4183-1.4189 in)
Crankpin outer diameter 35.975-35.985 mm (1.4163-1.4167 in)
Cylinder Head
Warpage (limit) 0.10 mm (0.004 in)
Valve Arrangement: OHV
Valves: 2
Stem outer diameter (standard): INTAKE 6.575-6.590 mm (0.2589-0.2594 in)
EXHAUST 6.535-6.550 mm (0.2573-0.2579 in)
Cam height: INTAKE 31.945-32.145 mm (1.2577-1.2655 in)
EXHAUST 31.666-31.866 mm (1.2467-1.2546 in)
Camshaft outer diameter: 15.966-15.984 mm (0.6286-0.6293 in)

Tightening torque specs

Tightening torque specs
Connecting rod bolt (M8x1.25 Special) 14 Nm; 1.4 kg·m; 10 ft·lb
Cylinder head bolt (M10x1.25) 35 Nm; 3.5 kg·m; 25 ft·lb
Flywheel nut (M16x1.5 Special) 115 Nm; 11.5 kg·m; 83 ft·lb
Rocker arm pivot lock nut (M6x0.5) 10 Nm; 1.0 kg·m; 7 ft·lb
Rocker arm pivot bolt (M8x1.25 Special) 24 Nm; 2.4 kg·m; 17 ft·lb
Crankcase cover bolt (M8x1.25) 24 Nm; 2.4 kg·m; 17 ft·lb
Oil level switch joint nut (M10x1.25) 10 Nm; 1.0 kg·m; 7 ft·lb
Fuel filter joint nut (M10x1.25) 2 Nm; 0.2 kg·m; 1.4 ft·lb
Muffler mounting nut (M8x1.25) 24 Nm; 2.4 kg·m; 17 ft·lb
Air cleaner wing nut (M6x1.0) 9 Nm; 0.9 kg·m; 6.5 ft·lb
Oil drain bolt (M12x1.5) 23 Nm; 2.3 kg·m; 17 ft·lb
Fuel tank bolt (M8x1.25) 24 Nm; 2.4 kg·m; 17 ft·lb
Air cleaner mounting nut (M6x1.0) 10 Nm; 1.0 kg·m; 7 ft·lb
Fuel strainer cup (M24x1.0) 4 Nm; 0.4 kg·m; 2.9 ft·lb
Standard torque values
Bolt, nut (5 mm) 5.5 Nm; 0.55 kg·m; 4.0 ft·lb
Bolt, nut (6 mm) 10 Nm; 1.0 kg·m; 7 ft·lb
Bolt, nut (8 mm) 24 Nm; 2.4 kg·m; 17 ft·lb
Bolt, nut (10 mm) 37.5 Nm; 3.75 kg·m; 27 ft·lb
Bolt, nut (12 mm) 55 Nm; 5.5 kg·m; 40 ft·lb

Maintenance data

Engine
Maximum speed 3850 ± 150 rpm
Idle speed 1400 ± 150 rpm
Cylinder compression 5.2-7.0 kg/cm2 (74-100 psi, 0.51-0.69 MPa) at 600 rpm
Valve clearance
Intake valve 0.15 ± 0.02 (0.006 ± 0.001)
Exhaust valve 0.20 ± 0.02 (0.008 ± 0.001)
Carburetor
Main jet #98
Float height 13.2 mm (0.52 in)
Pilot screw opening 1 – 3/4 turns out
Oil system
Oil type Honda 4-stroke or an equivalent (SE or later)
Recommended oil SAE 10W-30
Oil capacity 1.1 L (1.16 US gal, 0.97 lmp qt)
Ignition system
Ignition timing B.T.D.C. 10° / 1,400 rpm
Spark plug NGK: BPR6ES
DENSO: W20EPR-U
Spark plug gap 0.7-0.8 mm (0.028-0.031 in)
Ignition coil air gap 0.2-0.6 mm (0.01 – 0.02 in)
Starter motor
Brush length 7.0 mm (0.28 in) limit: 3.5 mm (0.14 in)
Mica depth 1.0 mm (0.04 in) limit: 0.2 (0.01)

Engine applications

  • Pressure washers
  • Commercial lawn and garden equipment
  • Tillers / cultivators
  • Generators
  • Construction / industrial equipment
  • Agricultural equipment
  • Small vehicles
  • Water pumps
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