The Franklin Electric FACGF Gas Engine Driven Centrifugal Pump is a self-contained, portable centrifugal pump designed for agricultural irrigation, construction dewatering, mining, and general industrial pumping where no electrical power connection is available at the work site. Available with either a Briggs and Stratton or Honda gas engine, the FACGF delivers reliable centrifugal pump performance from a compact, horizontally mounted package that can be positioned wherever the job demands. At Ken’s Distributing Company, we stock both FACGF engine options and can help you choose the right configuration for your application.
What Is the Franklin Electric FACGF Gas Engine Driven Centrifugal Pump?
The FACGF is Franklin Electric’s close-coupled gas engine driven centrifugal pump series designed for portable and remote pumping applications. The name FACGF identifies this as Franklin Electric’s agricultural centrifugal pump in the gas engine driven configuration. It combines the same cast iron centrifugal pump technology found in Franklin Electric’s electric motor driven FAC Series with a gas engine power source, making it independent of any electrical infrastructure.
Two engine options are available: a Briggs and Stratton 205 CC engine and a Honda 160 CC engine. The choice between these two engines comes down to personal preference for engine brand, available service networks, and specific power output requirements for your application. Both are well-established small engine platforms with broad parts and service availability across the country.
Kendisco is an authorized Franklin Electric distributor. Every FACGF pump ordered through Ken’s Distributing Company is a genuine Franklin Electric product with full manufacturer support. If you need help deciding between the Briggs and Stratton and Honda engine options, call our team at 303.699.7845 and we will walk you through the differences.
Technical Specifications
Volute Material: Cast Iron with threaded vent and drain ports
Impeller Type: Enclosed Cast Iron
Seal: Carbon/Ceramic faces, Fluoroelastomer (FKM) elastomers, 300 Series Stainless Steel
Throttle Control: Adjustable throttle for performance control
Mounting Orientation: Horizontal
Suction Connection: 2 inches
Discharge Connection: 2 inches
Power Source: Gas engine, no electrical connection required
Order Information
FACGF Gas Engine Driven Centrifugal Pump
| Item |
Model |
Engine Brand For Driven Pumps |
Engine Size – Driven Pumps (CC) |
Suction Diameter |
Discharge Diameter |
| 90261005 |
FACGF-5 |
Briggs & Stratton |
205 |
2 “ |
2 “ |
| 90261105 |
FACGF-5H |
Honda |
160 |
2 “ |
2 “ |
| 90261108 |
FACGF-8H |
Honda |
270 |
2 “ |
2 “ |
| 90261323 |
FACGF-23K |
Kohler |
728 |
2.5 “ |
2.5 “ |
Engine Options: Briggs and Stratton vs. Honda
The FACGF is available with two engine options. Here is a straightforward comparison to help you choose between them.
| Feature |
FACGF-5 (Briggs and Stratton) |
FACGF-5H (Honda) |
| Engine Brand |
Briggs and Stratton |
Honda |
| Displacement |
205 CC |
160 CC |
| Pump End |
Identical cast iron FAC pump end |
Identical cast iron FAC pump end |
| Service Network |
Very broad domestic dealer network |
Broad domestic and international network |
| Engine Reputation |
Widely used in agricultural equipment |
Known for reliability and fuel efficiency |
| Best For |
Users with existing Briggs service relationship |
Users preferring Honda engine platform |
Both engine options drive the same cast iron FAC centrifugal pump end. The pump performance from both models is driven by the same enclosed cast iron impeller and volute. Your choice should come down to which engine platform you have more experience with and which service network is more accessible to you. If you are unsure, call Ken’s Distributing at 303.699.7845 and we will help you decide.
Construction Details
Cast Iron Volute with Vent and Drain Ports
The FACGF volute is heavy cast iron with threaded vent and drain ports built into the body. The vent port allows air to escape during pump priming and initial startup. The drain port enables complete drainage of the pump housing for winterizing and servicing without disconnecting the suction or discharge piping. Cast iron construction provides the structural rigidity and pressure containment needed at the flow velocities an enclosed impeller centrifugal pump generates.
Enclosed Cast Iron Impeller
The enclosed impeller design, with front and rear shrouds enclosing the impeller vanes, delivers higher hydraulic efficiency than a semi-open design in clean to mildly dirty water applications. The enclosed geometry creates better pressure development at a given impeller speed, which is why Franklin Electric selected it for the FACGF rather than a semi-open alternative. For agricultural and construction water sources that are relatively clean, the enclosed impeller produces better performance per unit of engine power than an open impeller would.
Fluoroelastomer Mechanical Seal
The mechanical seal uses carbon and ceramic sealing faces with Fluoroelastomer (FKM) elastomers and 300 Series stainless steel hardware. FKM provides substantially better chemical and temperature resistance than standard BUNA or Nitrile elastomers. This matters in agricultural applications where the pump may handle fertilizer solutions, water treatment chemicals, or mildly aggressive liquids that would degrade standard seal elastomers prematurely. The carbon and ceramic seal faces create a self-lubricating interface that requires the pumped liquid for cooling and lubrication during operation.
Adjustable Throttle Control
The adjustable throttle on the gas engine allows you to control engine speed and therefore pump output during operation. This gives you practical control over flow rate and pressure without stopping the pump. For irrigation applications where you need to adjust water delivery to different zones or field sections, the throttle control provides a simple mechanical way to vary pump output without additional electronic controls.
Applications and Industries
The FACGF serves applications where portability, self-contained gas engine power, and the reliability of Franklin Electric centrifugal pump engineering are all needed together.
- Agricultural Irrigation: Remote field irrigation from ponds, streams, and open water sources without access to electrical power is the primary use case for the FACGF. Farmers and agricultural operations use it for drip irrigation supply, flood irrigation, and orchard watering in fields where running electrical power lines would be impractical or cost-prohibitive. The adjustable throttle allows output adjustment for different field sections and irrigation rates.
- Construction Dewatering: Active construction sites use the FACGF for foundation and trench dewatering before permanent electrical service is established. The compact size and gas engine independence make it easy to move around an active site to wherever water is accumulating.
- Mining: Mining operations use gas engine driven pumps for water management in locations where electrical power distribution to the pump location is impractical. The FACGF cast iron construction handles the demands of mining site service.
- Municipal: Municipalities keep gas engine driven pumps available for emergency water transfer, flood response, and bypass pumping during power outages when electric pumps cannot operate.
- Commercial: Commercial landscape irrigation, nursery watering, and commercial property water transfer in locations without convenient electrical access use the FACGF for its portability and independence from the electrical grid.
- Light Industrial: Industrial facilities with outdoor water transfer needs in areas without electrical hookups use the FACGF as a portable solution that can be moved to wherever the pumping need exists.
Features and Benefits
- No Electrical Connection Required: The gas engine provides completely independent power. No generator, no electrical hookup, and no power cord management. This is the defining advantage of the FACGF over electric motor driven centrifugal pumps for remote and portable applications.
- Choice of Briggs and Stratton or Honda Engine: Two established engine platforms give you the option to select the brand your team already has experience servicing, reducing training and tooling costs for maintenance.
- Enclosed Cast Iron Impeller for Efficiency: Better pressure development per unit of engine power compared to open impeller alternatives. The enclosed design extracts more work from the engine’s output, delivering more flow at higher head.
- FKM Fluoroelastomer Mechanical Seal: Superior chemical and temperature resistance compared to standard seal elastomers. Suitable for fertilizer solutions and mildly aggressive water chemistry common in agricultural applications.
- Adjustable Throttle Control: Vary pump output in the field without stopping the pump. A simple, reliable way to manage flow rates for different irrigation requirements or changing site conditions.
- Threaded Vent and Drain Ports: Built into the cast iron volute for convenient air bleeding during priming and complete housing drainage for winterizing and servicing.
- Horizontal Mounting for Stability: Designed for horizontal installation on a flat surface, skid, or trailer. The horizontal configuration provides stable operation under the vibration inherent in gas engine driven equipment.
- 2-Inch Suction and Discharge: Standard 2-inch port sizing compatible with common hose and pipe fittings used across agricultural and construction applications. No special fittings or adapters needed for standard installations.
- Compact Close-Coupled Design: The pump mounts directly to the engine, eliminating a separate bearing frame and coupling assembly. The result is a more compact unit that is easier to transport and position at the work site.
FACGF vs. FNG-23V: Choosing the Right Gas Engine Driven Centrifugal Pump
Franklin Electric offers multiple gas engine driven centrifugal pump options at Kendisco. The FACGF and FNG-23V are both close-coupled gas engine driven centrifugal pumps, but they serve different ends of the flow and power spectrum.
| Feature |
FACGF Series |
FNG-23V |
| Engine Options |
Briggs and Stratton 205 CC or Honda 160 CC |
Briggs and Stratton Vanguard V-Twin 627 CC |
| Engine Output |
Lower HP range |
23 HP |
| Suction Port |
2 inches |
3 inches |
| Discharge Port |
2 inches |
2.5 inches |
| Impeller |
Enclosed cast iron |
Balanced cast iron |
| Wear Ring |
Standard construction |
Replaceable bronze wear ring |
| Start Type |
Manual recoil start |
Electric start |
| Best For |
Portable light to medium applications |
High-flow water trucks and large irrigation |
If your application requires a lighter, more portable gas engine pump for moderate flow rates in agricultural and construction settings, the FACGF is the practical and cost-effective choice. If you need maximum flow capacity with electric start for high-volume water truck and large-scale irrigation service, the FNG-23V is the right direction. Call Ken’s Distributing at 303.699.7845 and we will help you match the right pump to your flow and head requirements.
Installation and Setup
- Mounting: Install the FACGF on a flat, stable surface, skid, or trailer in the horizontal orientation. Secure the unit firmly before operation. Gas engine vibration on an unsecured pump will cause movement and can stress piping connections during operation.
- Suction Line: Connect to the 2-inch suction port. Keep the suction line short and direct with minimal bends. Install a foot valve at the water source to retain liquid in the suction line between pump cycles and reduce re-priming time.
- Discharge Line: Connect to the 2-inch discharge port. Match your hose diameter to the port size. Install a check valve on the discharge side to prevent backflow when the engine shuts down.
- Priming: The FACGF is not self-priming. Fill the pump housing with water through the vent port before the first startup. A foot valve at the water source helps retain prime between starts for normal operation.
- Throttle Setup: Start the engine at a low throttle setting and gradually increase to the operating throttle position. Avoid running at full throttle continuously when partial throttle delivers adequate flow for your application, as lower engine speeds reduce fuel consumption and extend engine service intervals.
- Vent Port: Use the threaded vent port to bleed air from the pump housing during priming and initial startup. Close the vent port after air has been purged and full flow is established.
- Drain Port: Use the drain port to completely empty the pump housing at the end of the season or before any period of storage. Water left in the cast iron housing can cause corrosion during storage and cracking in freeze conditions.
- Mechanical Seal: Never run the pump dry. The FKM mechanical seal requires liquid at the seal faces for lubrication and cooling at all times during operation. Even brief dry running can damage the carbon and ceramic seal faces and cause immediate leaking.
- Engine Maintenance: Follow the Briggs and Stratton or Honda engine maintenance schedule for oil changes, air filter service, and spark plug replacement. Gas engine driven pumps in seasonal agricultural use should receive a full engine service inspection before each season.
Replacement Parts and Service
The mechanical seal is the primary service component on the FACGF pump end. Ken’s Distributing Company carries genuine Franklin Electric replacement seals and pump end components for the FACGF Series. When the seal needs replacement or the impeller shows wear, call us at 303.699.7845 and we will identify the correct parts by model number and get them shipped quickly.
For engine service parts, contact your local Briggs and Stratton or Honda authorized service dealer with the engine model and serial number from the engine data plate. Both engine brands have extensive dealer networks with ready parts availability.
Browse our Franklin Electric replacement parts and repair kits for the FACGF Series and all other Franklin Electric pump lines.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does FACGF stand for in the Franklin Electric pump lineup?
FACGF refers to Franklin Electric’s agricultural centrifugal pump series in the gas engine driven configuration. It is the gas engine version of the FAC close-coupled centrifugal pump family, designed for portable and remote applications where electrical power is not available.
What is the difference between the FACGF-5 and FACGF-5H models?
The FACGF-5 uses a Briggs and Stratton 205 CC engine. The FACGF-5H uses a Honda 160 CC engine. Both models drive the same cast iron FAC pump end with identical 2-inch suction and discharge ports. The pump performance from both is determined by the same enclosed cast iron impeller. The choice between them comes down to engine brand preference and available service network access.
Is the FACGF self-priming?
No. The FACGF is a standard centrifugal pump and requires the housing to be filled with water before startup. It is not self-priming. Install a foot valve at the water source to retain liquid in the suction line between starts to simplify daily operation. If you need a gas engine driven self-priming pump, look at the Franklin Electric FNSGF or FBSGF Series available at Kendisco.
Can the FACGF handle fertilizer or chemical solutions?
The FKM Fluoroelastomer mechanical seal provides good resistance to fertilizer solutions and mildly aggressive chemicals. The cast iron volute and impeller are appropriate for standard agricultural water applications. For highly corrosive or strongly acidic solutions, consult Ken’s Distributing at 303.699.7845 before ordering to confirm material compatibility for your specific liquid.
Does the FACGF require any electrical connection?
No. The FACGF is completely self-contained with a gas engine power source. No electrical connection, generator, or power cord is needed. The engine starts with a manual recoil pull start on both the Briggs and Stratton and Honda models.
What size suction hose do I need for the FACGF?
The FACGF uses 2-inch suction and discharge connections. Use 2-inch suction hose matched to the port size for best performance. Reducing the suction hose diameter below 2 inches will increase friction loss and reduce flow rate significantly.
Can I get FACGF replacement parts from Kendisco?
Yes. Ken’s Distributing Company carries genuine Franklin Electric FACGF replacement parts including mechanical seals and pump end components. Call 303.699.7845 for parts availability and fast shipping. For engine parts, contact your local Briggs and Stratton or Honda authorized service dealer.
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