Taurus Engines

We didn't invent the 2-stroke engine, we just make it better.


Home Page

Taurus News

Tech Info

Gas Engines

Services

Accessories

Electric Motor Mounts

Gallery

Links

Contact Us

Click to see TS 42 specs
TS 42 (2.6 in3) beam mount

Click to see TS 52 specs
TS 52 (3.2 in3)


Features of the 2.6(42.38cc) and 3.2(52.1cc)

  • Double web crankshaft counter-balanced crankshaft

  • High temperature/high pressure seals

  • Auto-advance ignition

  • Radial Mount (5 mounting holes)
  • Single bolt hub drilled for spinner bolt

  • Hard chrome cylinder lined (nickilsil)

  • Weight:
    • 2.6 = 3 pounds 3 ounces

    • 3.2 = 3 pounds 5 ounces

  • Lighter than all other engines resulting in a higher power to weight ration, high torque at low rpm.
Click to enlarge - 3 bearings support crank

Other manufacturers use the cantilever crank design (below) much like the inexpensive weed-whacker with cast crankcases. The unsupported back side of the crankshaft is subject to bending forces every time the engine fires putting undue strain on the front bearing and seal possibly causing premature wear.

typical cantilever crank system

Email Taurus

©2004-2006 Taurus Engines