Features
Direct injectionDesigned for efficient combustion and economical diesel use.
Compact constructionA practical footprint for pumps and other powered equipment.
Efficient air cleanerSupports dependable engine performance in working conditions.
Forced-air coolingFlywheel fan directs cooling air through the engine.
Keyed output shaftSupplied with a 3/4 in (19.05 mm) keyed shaft.
Optional equipmentElectric start, oil-bath air cleaner and Italian-type muffler.
Technical specifications
ModelHL178FA
Engine typeSingle-cylinder, vertical, four-stroke air-cooled diesel
Displacement306 cc
Compression ratio20:1
Bore × stroke78 × 64 mm
Maximum output4.0 kW (5.5 hp) at 3000 rpm
4.4 kW (6.0 hp) at 3600 rpm
4.4 kW (6.0 hp) at 3600 rpm
Continuous output3.7 kW (5.0 hp) at 3000 rpm
4.0 kW (5.5 hp) at 3600 rpm
4.0 kW (5.5 hp) at 3600 rpm
Shaft configuration3/4 in (19.05 mm) keyed shaft
RotationCounterclockwise, viewed from output shaft
Cooling systemForced air by flywheel fan
LubricationForced and splash lubrication
Starting systemRecoil and electric start options
Fuel tank3.5 l
Engine-oil capacity1.1 l
Fuel consumption329 ml/kWh at 3000 rpm
335 ml/kWh at 3600 rpm
335 ml/kWh at 3600 rpm
Dimensions421 × 383 × 450 mm
Dry weight38 kg
