Portable gasoline compressor 3.2 L - 5 HP Honda engine and 7 bar
Portable petrol compressor with Honda engine
The reason this unit exists is simple: there are building sites, farms and roads where there is no socket. With a 5 HP Honda GP160 engine, this compressor delivers 235 L/min at 7 bar in the middle of nowhere, with no generator or mains connection.
The 3.2-litre air tank and the tubular frame with anti-vibration feet make it the lightest and most manageable in the petrol range: one person loads it onto the bed of a pick-up and it is up and running in two minutes. And the Honda engine is what it is: it starts first time after months of standing, which is exactly what you ask of a field machine.
✅ Main advantages
Total autonomy: works where there is no mains electricity.
Honda GP160 engine: starting reliability and spare parts everywhere.
235 L/min at 7 bar for site pneumatic tools.
Only a 3.2-litre air tank: the lightest in the range.
Protective tubular frame for transport and rough handling.
🏗️ What it is for
Building sites without a mains supply and work on public roads.
Agricultural and machinery maintenance on farms.
Roadside assistance and tyre inflation.
Nailing, stapling and blowing outdoors.
📋 Technical specifications
Engine: Honda GP160
Power: 5 HP
Maximum pressure: 7 bar
Flow rate: 235 L/min
Air tank capacity: 3.2 litres
Fuel: petrol
💡 Professional tip: the number one failure of petrol compressors is not the compressor, it is the carburettor clogged by old petrol. If the unit is going to stand for more than a month, close the fuel tap and leave it running until it stalls: that way the float bowl is left empty and no gum forms. It is the difference between starting first time in spring and taking it to the workshop.
Frequently asked questions
What is this 3.2-litre petrol compressor for?
It is designed for building sites, farms and roads where there is no socket: nailing, stapling, blowing and tyre inflation outdoors. Its 3.2-litre air tank makes it the lightest and most manageable in the petrol range.
What flow and pressure does the 5 HP Honda GP160 engine give?
It delivers 235 L/min with a maximum pressure of 7 bar. That is enough for site pneumatic tools with moderate consumption.
Can I use it inside a garage, an industrial unit or a trench?
No. As it has a petrol engine, it produces exhaust gases containing carbon monoxide, an odourless and dangerous gas. Always use it outdoors, well ventilated and with the exhaust pointing away from you.
What fuel and oil does it need?
It runs on petrol. The engine oil type and level are given in the Honda manufacturer's manual.
How do I store it if it is going to stand for more than a month?
Close the fuel tap and leave the engine running until it stalls, to empty the carburettor float bowl and prevent gum from forming from old petrol. That way it will start more easily when you need it again.
