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    13.0 Gross HP*

    13.0 Gross HP*

    13.0 Gross HP*

    479cc

    Advanced Debris Management

    3-Year Commercial Engine Warranty 

    13

    Horsepower (HP)

    479

    Displacement (cc)

    2

    No. of Cylinders

    Gas

    Fuel Type
    Feature

    Features

    V-Twin OHV Technology

    Superior balance, low vibration, lower emissions, improved valve life, better fuel economy and higher HP/Weight

    Cooler Cleaner Technology (efficient fan, improved debris management)

    Efficiently reduces engine and oil temperatures by 25-30 degrees while effectively managing airborne debris

    Dura-Bore Cast Iron Cylinder Sleeve

    Withstands wear while providing improved oil control

    Engine Warranty**

    Three year commercial engine warranty for all applications

    Light Weight Piston & Ring Package

    Lowers noise, vibration, oil consumption, emissions and wear

    Dynamically Balanced Crankshaft

    Minimizes engine noise and vibration

    Low Profile Dual-Clean® Air Cleaner

    Industrial Pleated paper with foam pre-cleaner for extended engine life

    Mechanical Compression Release

    Smooth easy starting, longer starter life and provides an instant return to maximum power

    Magnetron® Electronic Ignition

    Quick dependable starts with no maintenance required

    Full Pressure Lubrication w/ Spin-On Oil Filter

    Cleans oil and protects engine components to ensure maximum lubrication and long life

    Centrally Located Oil Pump and Pickup

    Faster priming and allows for a higher angle of operation

    Oil Cooler

    Reduces oil temperature, improves lubrication and extends oil change intervals

    High Efficiency Head Design

    Angled ports optimizes tumble and mixture preparation for improved efficiency, smoother idle, lower emissions and more power

    Poly-Core Blower Housing

    Lowers noise level and improves sound quality

    Commercial-style Carburertor

    Additional fuel passages ensure reliable starting and smooth running operation at a wide range loads

    *All power levels are stated gross HP at 3,600 RPM per SAE J1940.
    **See operator's manual or dealer for complete warranty details.

    Specifications

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    Model
    2953
    HP (gross) *
    13
    Engine Displacement (cc)
    479
    Engine Configuration
    Horizontal
    Bore (in)
    2.68
    Stroke (in)
    2.6
    Weight (lbs)
    72
    Oil Capacity (oz)
    48
    Compression Ratio
    8.2:1
    Air Cleaner
    Low Profile Dual-Clean® Air Cleaner
    Ignition System
    Magnetron® Electronic Ignition
    Lubrication System
    Full Pressure Lubrication with Spin-On Oil Filter
    Length (in)
    10.98
    Width (in)
    16.14
    Height (in)
    17.24
    Certified Power Rating
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    Warranty Commercial Power Source Info
    3 Year Commercial Limited
    Manuals
    DownloadsOperator's Manual - English, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French-European, Greek, Italian, German, Norwegian, Portuguese-European, Spanish-European, Swedish
    DownloadsOperator's Manual - English, Chinese-Simplified, Vietnamese, Indonesian, Thai, Khmer, Korean, Malay, Japanese
    DownloadsIllustrated Parts List - English
    DownloadsIllustrated Parts List - Chinese
    DownloadsOperator's Manual - Multi-Language
    DownloadsOperator's Manual - English, Bulgarian, Czech, Estonian, Croatian, Hungarian, Lithuanian, Latvian, Polish, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Slovenian, Turkish
    DownloadsOperator's Manual - English, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French-European, Greek, Italian, German, Norwegian, Portuguese-European, Spanish-European, Swedish

    *All power levels are stated gross HP at 3,600 RPM per SAE J1940.
    **See operator's manual or dealer for complete warranty details.

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    Commercial Limited Warranty

    Three-year commercial engine warranty for all applications. See operator's manual or dealer for complete warranty details.

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    Options

    Solenoid Shift Starter
    Key Switch
    Alternators (20 & 20-50 amp)
    Oil Cooler
    Oil Pressure Switch
    Straight Keyed & Tapered Cranks (1" & 1-1/8" Diameters)
    Cyclonic Air Cleaner
    High, Low and Side Mount Mufflers
    CARB Compliant Purge Ports
    CARB Compliant 6.95 qt. Fuel Tank (H/S Only)
    Spline Crankshaft

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