{"product_id":"honda-gx270-horizontal-engines-1","title":"Honda GX270 Horizontal Engines","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"b-product-tab__col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-gtm-vis-has-fired-8200332_24=\"1\" data-gtm-vis-total-visible-time-8200332_24=\"100\" data-gtm-vis-first-on-screen-8200332_24=\"996\" data-gtm-vis-recent-on-screen-8200332_24=\"996\" class=\"cms-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page-title-wrapper product\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"page-title\"\u003e\u003cspan itemprop=\"name\" data-ui-id=\"page-title-wrapper\" class=\"base\"\u003eGX270\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product attribute overview\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"description\" class=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"magezon-builder\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"0luYrgqcpTYz mgz-element mgz-element-row full_width_row_content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mgz-element-inner 0luYrgqcpTYz-s\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"inner-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"xk4Knb4UHO83 mgz-element mgz-element-column mgz-col-xs-12\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mgz-element-inner xk4Knb4UHO83-s\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"YMnH7J07Hwql mgz-element mgz-child mgz-element-text\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mgz-element-inner YMnH7J07Hwql-s\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the GX270, you’re looking at one of the best engines in the business. More power. Quieter performance. Lower fuel consumption. Lower emissions. Better features. Exceptional performance. Honda’s GX series lives up to its reputation. The GX270 is used in all sorts of applications. From pressure washers and construction\/industrial equipment to generators and commercial lawncare equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFUEL EFFICIENCY WITH HIGH OUTPUT OPERATION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA digital CDI ignition system with variable timing and an increased compression ratio combines with the GX270's Precision Camshaft design to offer precise valve timing and optimal valve overlap for better fuel efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt draws on decades of Honda engineering with its OHV design, delivering increased efficiency and optimal power transfer for where you need it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd the use of lightweight, noise-reducing materials and a forged steel crankshaft \u0026amp; rigid crankcase results in an exceptionally quiet engine – an improved piston design reduces mechanical noise, with an overall reduction of engine noise by up to 5dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTHE WHOLE PACKAGE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GX270's ball bearing-supported crankshaft, cast iron cylinder sleeve, helical cut gears and precision engineered components result in greater stability and lower vibration for you, no matter what the application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a simple throttle control, large fuel tank and automotive type fuel cap, dual oil drains and fills, an easily accessible spark plug and heavy duty recoil starter, the GX270 has it all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-info-price\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"stock-input-container\" class=\"stock-input-container\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stock-input relative\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"stock-input__present no-value\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mgz-panel-heading 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