Kawasaki FE350 Engine Specs, Review & Service Data

Kawasaki FE350 Engine Specs

The Kawasaki FE350 is a 0.35 l (21.42 cu-in, 351 cc) single-cylinder air-cooled 4-stroke internal combustion small gasoline engine with a horizontal shaft made by Kawasaki Heavy Industries LTd. for general-purpose applications.

The Kawasaki FE350 engine motor delivered 11.7 PS (8.6 kW; 11.5 horsepower) at 3,600 rpm of HP and 23.5 Nm (2.4 kg·m; 17.34 ft·lb) at 2,800 rpm of torque. The Kawasaki FE350G – 1/2 cam gear reduction.

Kawasaki FE350 engine bore and stroke is 83.0 mm (3.27 in) and 65.0 mm (2.56 in), respectively. The Kawasaki FE350 engine compression ratio rating is 8.4:1. 

The Kawasaki FE350 engine has an OHV (overhead valve) design; float type carburetor with fixed main jet; cast iron cylinder liner; reciprocating balancer; flywheel magneto transistor type ignition system; mechanical governor and recoil starter with automatic compression release (electric starter was available as an option). 

The Kawasaki FE350 engine uses a hydraulic lash adjuster, so valve adjustment is unnecessary. 

The Kawasaki FE350 engine uses full-pressure lubrication with a spin-on oil filter and low oil shut-off system; dual-element air cleaner or oil bath-type air cleaner is an alternative. 

Kawasaki FE350 Engine Specs, Review & Service Data

Kawasaki FE350D / FE350G (11.5 HP) general-purpose engine Specs

Engine Specifications

ModelFE350D / FE350G
Type4-stroke, OHV, single cylinder
Displacement351 cm 3 (21.4 cu-in)
Max. horsepower11.7 PS (8.6 KW; 11.5 HP) at 3,600 rpm
Max. torque (crank PTO)23.5 Nm (2.4 kg·m; 17.34 ft·lb) ta 2,800 rpm
CarburetorFloat type with fixed main jet
Cooling systemForced-air
Ignition systemFlywheel magneto transistor type
Lubricating systemPressurized lubrication with oil filter
Starting systemRecoil or electric starter
Stoping systemIgnition primary circuit ground
Fuel usedUnleaded gasoline (octane number 86 or higher)
Fuel tank capacity6.4 L (6.8 US qt)
Fuel consumption240 g/HPh
PTO shaft rotationCounterclockwise (from PTO shaft side)

Tightening torque specs

Connecting rod bolt23 Nm; 2.3 kg·m; 17 ft·lb
Cylinder head bolt25 Nm; 2.5 kg·m; 17 ft·lb
Flywheel nut137 Nm; 14.0 kg·m; 101 ft·lb
Crankcase cover31 Nm; 3.2 kg·m; 23 ft·lb
Oil drain plug32 Nm; 3.3 kg·m; 24 ft·lb
Spark plug23 Nm; 2.3 kg·m; 17 ft·lb

Service Information

Engine
Maximum speed4,000 ± 100 rpm
Idle speed1,300 ± 150 rpm
Cylinder compression3.0-4.0 kg/cm2 (42-57 psi) at 600 rpm
Oil system
Oil type4-stroke or an equivalent (SF, SG, SH, or SJ)
Recommended oilSAE 10W-30
Oil capacity1.3 L (1.4 US. qt)
Ignition system
Spark plugNGK: BP5ES
Spark plug gap0.7-0.8 mm (0.028-0.031 in)
Ignition coil air gap0.3 mm (0.012 in)

Dimensions and weight

Length378 mm (14.9 in)
Width422 mm (16.6 in)
Height454 mm (17.9 in)
Dry weight34.4 kg (75.8 lbs)

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