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Specifications for the Briggs & Stratton Vanguard V-Twin Horizontal Engine 35 HP

The Vanguard V-Twin 33 to 35 gross horsepower engine is a small engine designed for use in several different types of power equipment. According to Briggs & Stratton, it can be used in everything from concrete equipment to wood chippers to large commercial-grade lawn mowers. Briggs & Stratton sells the Vanguard V-Twin with, as of November of 2010, a three-year warranty.
  1. Dimensions and Capacities

    • Measuring 14.92 inches long, 19.53 inches wide and 28.54 inches tall, this Vanguard engine weighs 125 pounds. It has a 3.5-quart fuel tank and holds 77.8 ounces of oil.

    Engine Design

    • This Vanguard has two cylinders in a horizontal configuration. Each has a bore of 3.37 inches and a piston stroke of 3.41 inches, and each operates at a compression ratio of 8.2-to-1. The V-Twin's total displacement is 993 cubic centimeters and it can generate between 33 and 35 gross horsepower.

    Engine Components

    • The engine's cylinder block is made of an aluminum alloy, although the sleeves for the cylinders are made of cast iron. It also features a two-barrel carburetor and a multi-stage air cleaner. Ignition is controlled by an electronic system for better performance. In addition, Vanguard uses a number of components, including a specially designed muffler and crankcase, to make this engine run as quietly as possible.

    Warranty

    • Briggs & Stratton sells this engine with a three-year limited warranty. The warranty applies to both consumer and commercial use and covers both parts and labor.

    Options

    • A number of optional features can be added to the V-Twin. These include a Marine Package for use on the water, as well as different crankshafts, alternators and even the ability to meet the California Air Resources Board's stringent air quality standards.