The 215 is a conventional single-cylinder engine that weighs in its 215R aircraft version. The engine features single breaker and points ignition, with single
capacitor discharge ignition used on the current models. It also incorporates piston porting, tuned exhaust system, single
carburetor, fan cooling, fuel pump, a cast iron cylinder liner, ball, needle and roller bearings throughout. The 215R aircraft version was offered with an optional belt reduction system and the modern industrial versions have an optional gearbox with ratios of 2.04, 2.65 and 3.06. Starting is a
recoil starter with a custom electric starter available as an option. ==Variants==