Briggs & Stratton 550 Series Horizontal Shaft Engine
Briggs & Stratton 550 Series Horizontal Shaft Engine
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Features:
- Horizontal engine
- Overhead valve design (OHV) for cooler operation
- Dura-bore cast iron cylinder sleeve for extended life
- Float carburetor for consistent, easy starting
- Maintenance-free magnetron electronic ignition for quick, dependable starts
- Maxi-clean automotive-type pleated paper air filter provides superior protection for long engine life
- Dual oil filter and drain
- Dual ball bearings reduce wear for long life
- Dura lube gear-driven splash lubrication continuously applies oil to all internal parts
- Crankshaft: 3/4 in. Dia x 2-27/64 in. L, keyway, tapped 5/16-24
Specifications
Specifications:
Manufacturer's Warranty: 2 years consumer use / 1 year commercial use
Ship Weigh:t 35.0 lbs
Engine Displacement (cc): 127
Start Type: Recoil
Application: Mid-duty chore
Engine Type 550: Series
Torque (ft./lbs.): 5.5
Shaft Output: Horizontal
Crankshaft: 5/8 x 2 27/64
Shaft Diameter (in.): 5/8
Shaft Length (in.): 2 27/64
Shaft Keyway (in.): 3/16
Shaft End Tapped (Diameter (in.)/Threads per inch): 1/4–28
Shaft Rotation (From PTO Shaft Side): Counterclockwise
Gear Reduction: No
PTO Height (in.): 4.17
Bearing Type: Ball
Cylinders (qty.): 1
Cylinder Bore: Cast iron
Bore x Stroke (in.): 2.44 x 1.65
Cooling System: Air cooled
Air Cleaner Type: Dual element
Fuel Tank: Yes
Fuel Type: Gasoline
Fuel Tank Capacity (qt.): 2
Fuel Pump: No
Fuel Filter: Yes
Oil Capacity (qt.): 0.625
Lubrication System: Splash
Low Oil Alert: No
Low Oil Shutdown: No
Ignition System: Electronic
Governor System: Mechanical
Carburetor: Float
Throttle Control: Manual
Choke Control: Manual
Max. RPM: 3300
Charging System Amps: No
Muffler Included: Yes
Auto Compression Release: Yes
Mounting Base L x W (in.): 7 x 4
Mounting Bolt Pattern L x W (in.): 6 3/8 x 3 1/8
Dimensions L x W x H (in.): 13 x 15 x 13
EPA/CARB Approval (California Air Resource Board): Yes
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