The Honda 17500-Z5K-810ZB is a genuine OEM Fuel Tank Assembly (McKinley White) designed for GX270 horizontal shaft engines. As a direct Honda OEM component, this fuel tank assembly is produced to the same standards as the original unit, ensuring correct fit and function on your GX270 engine. The McKinley White color designation identifies this specific variant — confirm this matches your existing tank before ordering, as GX270 engines may have been fitted with different color variants across serial ranges.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Fuel Containment — manufactured by Honda as a direct OEM replacement, this tank assembly is engineered to the same capacity and mounting specifications as the original, ensuring a proper seal and secure fit on the GX270 engine
- Color-Specific Variant — the McKinley White designation is a visual and part-number identifier; verify this color matches your existing tank to confirm you have the correct assembly for your unit
- Serial Number Verification Recommended — Honda updates parts at production serial breaks, so cross-reference your GX270 engine's serial number against the fitment table to confirm part number 17500-Z5K-810ZB is the right assembly for your specific build
- Fuel System Integrity — a properly functioning fuel tank assembly maintains consistent fuel delivery to the carburetor; a cracked, leaking, or degraded tank disrupts fuel supply and creates a hazard that will sideline the engine
The fuel tank assembly is the primary fuel reservoir on the GX270 engine, storing and supplying gasoline to the carburetor for combustion. It is mounted directly to the engine and typically incorporates a fuel valve, filter screen, and mounting hardware as part of the complete assembly. When the tank cracks, warps, or develops a leak — whether from age, impact, or fuel degradation — the engine loses its ability to maintain steady fuel delivery, causing hard starting, erratic running, or a complete failure to run. Replacing the assembly with a genuine OEM unit restores the fuel system to its original operating condition.
Part Details
| Part Number | 17500-Z5K-810ZB |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Fuel Tank Assembly (McKinley White) |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Horizontal Shaft Engine | GX270 | 1001035-9999999 |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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