A FORCE IN THE FIELD.
FS481V
An absolute landscaping workhorse, the Kawasaki FS481V engine is a forced-air-cooled overhead V-valve 4-cycle engine capable of delivering compact power with surprisingly smooth operation and low emissions. Plus, this engine boasts Kawasaki Critical Power, SAE-Certified horsepower.
FS481V

FS481V Specifications

  • Displacement

    603 cc (36.8 cu. in.)

  • Number of Cylinders

    2

  • Bore x Stroke

    2.9 x 2.8 in. (73 x 72mm)

  • Compression Ratio

    8.1:1

  • Oil Capacity w/filter

    1.8 U.S. qt (1.7 liters)

  • Maximum Power

    14.5 hp (10.8 kW) at 3,600 RPM

  • Maximum Torque

    30.9 ft-lbs (41.9 N·m) at 1,800 RPM

  • Dry Weight

    80.9 lbs (36.7 kg)

  • Overhead V-valve
  • Integrated clean out ports
  • 90° V-twin
  • Pressurized lubrication system
  • Electronic spark ignition
  • Automatic compression release
  • Internally vented carburetor
  • Rotating grass chopper screen
  • Dual element air filtration system with reinforced primary filter
  • Cast-iron cylinder liners

Compare Engine Specifications

FS481V

FS481V

Horsepower

14.5 hp

Starter

Bendix starter or Recoil

Air Filter

Dual-element air filtration system with reinforced primary filter

Fuel Delivery System

Carburetor with fuel shut-off solenoid on electric start models

Dimensions

19.05" x 17.08" x 14.84"

FS541V

FS541V

Horsepower

15.0 hp

Starter

Bendix starter or Recoil

Air Filter

Dual-element air filtration system with reinforced primary filter

Fuel Delivery System

Carburetor with fuel shut-off solenoid on electric start models

Dimensions

19.05" x 17.08" x 14.84"

FS600V

FS600V

Horsepower

18.5 hp

Starter

Bendix starter

Air Filter

Single-stage air filter

Fuel Delivery System

Carburetor

Dimensions

19.05" x 17.08" x 14.84"

FX481V

FX481V

Horsepower

15.5 hp

Starter

Heavy duty shift-type starter, Recoil

Air Filter

Multi-Stage canister air filter

Fuel Delivery System

Internally vented carburetor

Dimensions

18.42" x 16.88" x 21.41"

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