18HP Vertical Shaft Lawn Mower Engine Petrol Motor 4 Stroke OHV Ride On V379-PTROLMTR551801
When your mower’s heart gives out, drop in theKingTech 18HP Vertical Shaft Engineand bring it back to life. This550cc 4-stroke OHV petrol motorpacks serious grunt with smooth, dependable power that gets the job done every time. Built for ride-on mowers, this motor slots in where most Briggs and Stratton or Honda mounts sit —no fuss, just fit and fire. Designed for Aussie yards and conditions, it’s got the torque to cut thick grass and the reliability to run season after season. If you want a straight-talking upgrade that just works,KingTech’s got your back.
Key Features
- 18 Horsepower outputdelivers strong, steady performance for ride-on mowers.
- 550 cc 4-stroke OHV enginefor efficient combustion and low fuel burn.
- Vertical shaft designideal for mower decks and garden tractors.
- Electric start systemwith electronic ignition for quick, reliable starts.
- Cast-iron cylinder boreadds durability and long engine life.
- 1” (25.4 mm) output shaftwith keyway for secure PTO connection.
- 8.7:1 compression ratiofor balanced power and smooth operation.
- Mechanical governormaintains consistent engine speed under load.
- Transistorized magneto ignitionfor clean, spark-steady performance.
- Universal bolt patternfits many Briggs and Stratton or Honda setups.
- Low-vibration balancereduces wear on mower frames and belts.
Specifications
| Engine type | 4-stroke, single-cylinder OHV petrol engine |
| Displacement | 550 cc |
| Bore × Stroke | 94.5 mm × 78 mm |
| Compression ratio | 8.7 : 1 |
| Rated output | 13.2 kW @ 3600 rpm (18 HP) |
| Max torque | 39.5 Nm @ 2500 rpm |
| Shaft type | Vertical, 25.4 mm (1”) keyway |
| Rotation | Counter-clockwise (PTO view) |
| Starting system | Electric start |
| Ignition | Transistorized magneto |
| Governor system | Centrifugal mechanical |
| Oil capacity | 1.5 L |
| Weight | 41 kg |
Installation Bolt Details
• Mounting interface includes3 through holes of Ø 8.8 mm and 1 blind hole of Ø 8.8 mmfor secure attachment.
•Bolts for the solenoid valve are not required for installation.
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