Yamaha MA175

Yamaha MA175The Yamaha MA175 is a 174 cc (10.6 cu-in) single-cylinder air-cooled 4-stroke internal combustion general-purpose gasoline engine with vertical shaft manufactured by Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd.

The Yamaha MA175 engine has a low-profile OHC (overhead cam) system with steel chain drive for optimized engine size and durability; hemispherical head with angled intake/exhaust valves; cast-iron cylinder line; float type carburetor; transistorized ignition system (T.C.I.).

The cylinder bore is 68.0 mm (2.67 in) and the piston stroke is 49.0 mm (1.89 in), compression ratio rating is 8.5:1. The engine produced 4.5 PS (3.4 kW) at 3,600 rpm of maximum horsepower. Maximum torque is 10.0 N·m (1.02 kg·m, 7.38 ft·lb) at 2,400 rpm.

General information

Engine Specifications
ModelMA175
Type4-stroke, OHV, single cylinder
Displacement174 cm 3 (10.6 cu-in)
Max. horsepower4.5 PS (3.4 kW) at 3,600 rpm
Max. torque (crank PTO)10.0 N·m (1.02 kg·m, 7.38 ft·lb) at 2,400 rpm
CarburetorFloat type
Cooling systemForced-air
Ignition systemTransitorized (T.C.I.)
Lubricating systemMechanical splashing
Starting systemRecoil
Fuel usedUnleaded gasoline (octane number 86 or higher)
Fuel tank capacity1.2 L
PTO shaft rotationCounterclockwise (from PTO shaft side)

Dimensions and Weight

Yamaha MA175
Length, mm (in)415 (16.3)
Width, mm (in)360 (14.2)
Height, mm (in)270 (10.6)
Dry weight, kg (lb)12.5 (27.6)

Service Information

Oil system
Oil typeYamalube 4-stroke or an equivalent (SE or SF)
Recommended oilSAE 10W-30, 10W-40
Oil capacity0.5 L (0.53 US. qt)
Ignition system
Spark plugNGK: BPR7HS
Spark plug gap0.7-0.8 mm (0.028-0.031 in)
Spark plug tightening torque20 N·m (2.0 kg·m, 14 ft·lb)
Author: Sergei Wers
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2 Comments

  1. Hello Sergei,
    Thank you, a great site and very informative too. I am looking for the specification for the crankshaft end float or free movement in the crankcase of the crankshaft. I am unable to find anything although there must be a limit.

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