Honda GX390 11.7HP 389cc Engine – 25mm Shaft, Forced Air Cooled
Honda GX390 produces 11.7 horsepower. A 389cc block backs up the output, and torque peaks at 53.0 Nm. A 3-year warranty backs the build. It's built for slow-speed conveyors and cement mixers.
- Delivers 11.7 horsepower on demand
- The 389cc block handles the load
- Peak torque reaches 53.0 Newton-meters
- A 25mm horizontal shaft, standard mount
- Recoil pull gets it running fast
Description
Need to repower specialized European agricultural machinery? The Honda GX390 horizontal engine with 25mm shaft provides an exact metric drop-in replacement that eliminates expensive custom machining. Imported agricultural sprayers, heavy gear reduction units, and European industrial tools frequently require an exact 25mm output shaft. Honda builds this 389cc 11.7HP engine with a precision-ground 25mm metric straight keyed shaft, delivering high-displacement torque directly to imported equipment frames.
The overhead valve cylinder head improves thermal efficiency, reducing cylinder temperatures and cutting fuel consumption during long agricultural spraying shifts. Splash lubrication coats the lower rod journal and cylinder wall with motor oil, maintaining hydrodynamic film strength under continuous high-load running. The industrial carburetor features calibrated fuel passages that resist ethanol gumming, ensuring smooth engine idling between field rows.
Core Mechanical Specifications of Honda GX390 (25mm Shaft)
- 389cc 11.7HP Commercial OHV Engine: Delivers massive rotational torque to drive heavy agricultural spray pumps and gearboxes.
- 25mm Metric Straight Keyed Shaft: Matches specialized European drive pulleys, gear reduction hubs, and pump couplings.
- Cast-Iron Cylinder Bore Sleeve: Resists bore wear from abrasive dirt, extending engine life in severe commercial service.
- Dual Ball Bearing Crankshaft Support: Absorbs high radial belt tension to prevent crankshaft seal leaks and shaft deflection.
- Dual-Element Commercial Air Cleaner: Seals tightly to block field chaff and dirt from entering the combustion chamber.
- Mechanical Automatic Decompression: Vents cylinder pressure during cranking for smooth, low-effort pull starts.
- Integrated Honda Oil Alert: Protects internal mechanical parts by shutting off spark if crankcase fluid levels drop.
Mechanical Advantages for Commercial Fleets
This metric-shaft motor survives rough operator treatment and dirty trailer transport without losing compression.
- Precision-machined 25mm shaft dimensions eliminate the need for lathe turning or custom keyed bushings on imported gear.
- Overhead valve geometry lowers seasonal gasoline purchases while providing broad torque bands for commercial equipment.
Equipment Fitment & Repower Applications
Weighing 69 pounds dry with an industry-standard 4-bolt horizontal mounting pattern and 25mm shaft, this motor repowers imported agricultural sprayers, industrial gearboxes, and European construction tools without frame modifications.
Factory Warranty Protection & Service Care
- Commercial equipment owners receive 3-Year limited factory warranty coverage on internal mechanical assemblies.
- Consumer property owners receive 3-Year standard factory warranty protection.
Perform oil changes every 100 operating hours using 10W-30 motor oil. Inspect the air filter weekly on dry job sites, and verify the spark plug gap at 0.028 to 0.031 inches. Order the Honda GX390 horizontal shaft engine from Mulmotor.com for guaranteed factory-fresh units, complete manufacturer warranty coverage, and dedicated commercial equipment support.
Honda GX390-LX2 (2:1 Reduction) Technical Specs
| Brand | Honda |
| Full Model Code | GX390-LX2 |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Engine Orientation | Horizontal Shaft |
| Engine Type | 4-Stroke, OHV, Single Cylinder |
| Displacement | 389 cc |
| Bore x Stroke | 88 x 64 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 |
| Maximum Output | 8.7 kW (11.7 HP) @ 1800 RPM (Shaft Speed) |
| Maximum Torque | 53.0 Nm (39.1 lbs-ft) @ 1250 RPM (Shaft Speed) |
| Specific Fuel Consumption | 3.5 L/hr @ 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Induction System | Butterfly Carburetor |
| Ignition System | Digital CDI |
| Start System | Recoil Start |
| Shaft Specification | 25 mm Straight Keyway (2:1 Reduction Gearbox) |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 6.1 Liters |
| Oil Capacity & Type | 1.1 Liters / SAE 10W-30 |
| Cooling System | Forced Air Cooled |
| Dry Weight | 35.5 kg |
| Dimensions | 428 x 460 x 448 mm |
| Standard Warranty | 3 Years |
| Primary Application | Slow-Speed Conveyors, Cement Mixers, Heavy Duty Tillers |












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