The Kama KM178F/E is a 296 cc (18.06 cu.in.) single-cylinder air-coolled 4-stroke direct injection diesel engine with horizontal shaft manufactured by WUXI WORLDBEST KAMA POWER CO., LTD.
The Kama KM178FE engine has OHV design, single-cylinder, direct injection system, and recoil starter.
The KM178FE engine cylinder bore is 78.0 mm (3.07 in) and piston stroke is 62.0 mm (2.44 in). The engine produced from 5.4 HP (4.0 kW) at 3,000 rpm up to 6.0 HP (4.4 kW) at 3,500 rpm of maximum horsepower. The continuous rated output power is 5.0 HP (3.7 kW) at 3,000 rpm up to 5.4 HP (4.0 kW) at 3,600 rpm.
General information
| Engine Specifications | |
| Model | Kama KM178F/E |
| Type | 4-stroke, single cylinder, diesel engine |
| Displacement | 296 cm 3 (18.06 cu-in) |
| Max. horsepower | 6.0 HP (4.4 kW)) at 3,600 rpm |
| Max. torque | – |
| Cooling system | Forced-air |
| Lubricating system | Pressure spray compound |
| Starting system | Recoil starter |
| Fuel used | Light diesel oil |
| Fuel tank capacity | 3.5 L (0.77 gal.) |
Dimensions and Weight
| Length, mm (in) | 385 (15.16) |
| Width, mm (in) | 420 (16.54) |
| Height, mm (in) | 450 (17.72) |
| Weight, kg (lb) | 33.0 (72.7) |
Maintenance data
| Engine | |
| Engine speed | 3,000-3,600 rpm |
| Valves | |
| Valve clearance (cold state) | 0.10-0.15 mm (0.0039-0.0059 in) |
| Oil system | |
| Oil type | Oil for 4-stroke engines (above CC grade) |
| Recommended oil | SAE 10W-30 |
| Oil capacity | 1.1 l (0.24 gal.) |
| Fuel system | |
| Injection pressure | 200 kg/cm2 (19.6 MPa) |
| Fuel supply advance angle | 19°±1° |
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