We have put together a comprehensive weight chart for all current Yamaha outboard models, making it easier than ever to compare the different power and shaft options.
Dry weight refers to the total weight of the motor without any fluids, such as engine oil, or gear oil. The power-to-weight ratio is represented as prop shaft horsepower per kilogram (hp/kg). Generally, a higher value is more desirable, as it indicates better performance.
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Model | Dry Weight kg (lb) | P/W hp/kg |
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F2.5 | 15″ shaft / 17 kg (37 lbs) 20″ shaft / 20 kg (40 lbs) | 0.15 |
F4 | 15″ shaft / 27 kg (59 lbs) 20″ shaft / 28 kg (61 lbs) | 0.15 |
F6 | 15″ shaft / 27 kg (59 lbs) 20″ shaft / 28 kg (61 lbs) | 0.22 |
F8 | 15″ shaft / 39 kg (87 lbs) 20″ shaft / 40 kg (89 lbs) | 0.21 |
F9.9 | 15″ shaft / 39 kg (87 lbs) 20″ shaft / 42 kg (93 lbs) | 0.25 |
F9.9 (High Thrust) | 46kg (102 lbs) – 51kg (114 lbs) | 0.22 |
F15 | 15″ shaft / 50kg (111 lbs) 20″ shaft 60kg (132 lbs) | 0.30 |
F20 | 15″ shaft / 57 kg (126 lbs) 20″ shaft / 65 kg (143 lbs) | 0.35 |
F25 | 15″ shaft / 57kg (126 lbs) 20″ shaft / 65kg (143 lbs) | 0.44 |
F25 (High Thrust) | 64kg (141 lbs) / 70kg (154 lbs) | 0.39 |
F30 | 97 kg (214 lbs) – 101kg (223 lbs) | 0.31 |
F40 | 97 kg (214 lbs) – 101kg (223 lbs) | 0.41 |
F40 (Jet) | 99 kg (219lbs) – 103 kg (227 lbs) | 0.30 |
F50 | 112 kg (247 lbs) | 0.45 |
F50 (High Thrust) | 117kg (262 lbs) | 0.43 |
F60 | 112 kg (247 lbs) | 0.54 |
F60 (High Thrust) | 117kg (262 lbs) | 0.51 |
F60 (Jet) | 116kg (257 lbs) | 0.34 |
F70 | 114 kg (252 lbs) | 0.61 |
F75 | 160 kg (353 lbs) | 0.47 |
F90 | 20″ shaft / 160kg (353 lbs) 25″ shaft / 164kg (363 lbs) | 0.56 |
VF90 | 20″ shaft / (160 kg) 353 lbs 25″ shaft / (164 kg) 362 lbs | 0.56 |
F90 (Jet) | 161kg (354 lbs) | 0.40 |
F115 | 20″ shaft / 171 kg (377 lbs) 25″ shaft / 175 kg (386 lbs) | 0.67 |
VF115 | 20″ shaft / 171 kg (377 lbs) 25″ shaft / 175 kg (386 lbs) | 0.67 |
F115 (Jet) | 171kg (378 lbs) | 0.47 |
F150 (i4) | 20” Mechanical 231kg (509 lbs) 20” DEC 237kg (522 lbs) | 0.65 |
VF150 | 20″ shaft / 218 kg (480 lbs) 25″ shaft / 218 kg (489 lbs) | 0.69 |
F150 (Jet) | 225kg (495 lbs) | 0.47 |
VF175 | 20″ shaft / 218 kg (480 lbs) 25″ shaft / 222 kg (489 lbs) | 0.80 |
F200 (i4) | Mechanical – 234 kg (516 lbs) DEC – 238 kg (525 lb) | 0.85 |
F200 | 25″ shaft / 276 kg (608 lb) | 0.72 |
VF200 | 20″ shaft / 240 kg (529 lbs) 25″ shaft / 257 kg (567 lbs) | 0.83 |
F225 (4.2L) | 25″ shaft / 249 kg (551 lbs) | 0.90 |
VF225 | 240 kg (529 lbs) | 0.94 |
F250 (4.2L) | Mechanical: 25″ shaft / 255 kg (562 lbs) 30″ shaft / 261 kg (575 lbs) 35″ shaft / 265 kg (588 lbs) Built-in DES: 25″ shaft / 277 kg (611 lbs) 30″ shaft / 283 kg (624 lbs) 35″ shaft / 288 kg (635 lbs) | 1.00 |
VF250 | 20″ shaft / 240 kg (529 lbs) 25″ shaft / 257 kg (567 lbs) | 1.04 |
F300 (4.2L) | Mechanical: 25″ shaft / 255 kg (562 lbs) 30″ shaft / 261 kg (575 lbs) 35″ shaft / 265 kg (588 lbs) Built-in DES: 25″ shaft / 277 kg (611 lbs) 30″ shaft / 283 kg (624 lbs) 35″ shaft / 288 kg (635 lbs) | 1.20 |
XF425 | 25″ shaft / 346 kg (763 lbs) 30″ shaft / 354 kg (780 lbs) | 0.98 |
F350C | 25″ shaft / 346 kg (763 lbs) 30″ shaft / 354 kg (780 lbs) | 1.01 |
XF450 | 25″ shaft / 346 kg (763 lbs) 30″ shaft / 354 kg (780 lbs) | 1.03 |
Yamaha 2.5 – 25 HP Outboard Models
Yamaha 2.5 HP Outboard Weight
The Yamaha F2.5, which has a shaft length of 15 inches, has a weight of 17 kg (37 lbs). On the other hand, the model with a 20-inch shaft weighs 20 kg (40 lbs). Additionally, there is a weight of 0.4 kg (0.8 lbs) for the engine oil and gear oil.
Yamaha 4 HP Outboard Weight
The Yamaha F4 comes in two shaft lengths. The 15″ shaft version has a weight of 27 kg (59 lbs), while the 20″ shaft model weighs 28 kg (61 lbs). Additionally, 0.6 kg (1.3 lbs) of weight should be accounted for due to the engine oil and gear oil.
Yamaha 6 HP Outboard Weight
The 15″ shaft variant of Yamaha F6 has a weight of 27 kg (59 lbs) while the 20″ shaft model weighs 28 kg (61 lbs). An additional weight of 0.6 kg (1.3 lbs) is contributed by engine oil and gear oil.
Yamaha 8 HP Outboard Weight
The Yamaha F8 has a weight of 39 kg (87 lbs) for the 15″ shaft version, and 40 kg (89 lbs) for the 20″ shaft version. Additionally, the engine oil and gear oil add up to 0.8 kg (1.8 lbs).
Yamaha 9.9 HP Outboard Weight
The 15″ shaft version of Yamaha F9.9 weighs 39 kg (87 lbs), while the 20″ shaft model weighs 42 kg (93 lbs). Additionally, the engine oil and gear oil contribute to a weight of 0.8 kg (1.8 lbs).
The weight of the Yamaha F9.9 (High Thrust) ranges from 46kg (102 lbs) to 51kg (114 lbs) for the 25″ longest shaft model with power trim. Additionally, the engine oil and gear oil add another 1 kg (2.2 lbs) in weight.
Yamaha 15 HP Outboard Weight
The Yamaha F15 outboard motor, featuring a 15″ shaft, has a weight of 50kg (111 lbs). In contrast, the 20″ shaft model weighs 60kg (132 lbs). Additionally, the engine and gear oil combined weigh 1.7 kg (3.8 lbs).
Yamaha 20 HP Outboard Weight
The Yamaha F20 comes in two variants: one with a 15″ shaft and a weight of 57 kg (126 lbs), and another with a 20″ shaft and a dry weight of 65 kg (143 lbs). Additionally, the engine oil and gear oil combined weigh around 1.1 kg (2.5 lbs).
Yamaha 25 HP Outboard Weight
The Yamaha F25 outboard with a 15″ shaft has a weight of 57kg (126 lbs), while the 20″ shaft variant weighs 65kg (143 lbs). Additionally, the engine oil and gear oil add another 1.2 kg (2.7 lbs) to the weight.
The weight of the Yamaha F25 (High Thrust) ranges from 64kg (141 lbs) to 70kg (154 lbs) for the 25″ shaft unit, with an additional 1.3 kg (2.9 lbs) for the engine oil and gear oil.
Yamaha 30 – 115 HP Outboard Models
Yamaha 30 HP Outboard Weight
The weight of the Yamaha F30 varies between 97 kg (214 lbs) and 101 kg (223 lbs), depending on the specific model. Additionally, the engine oil and gear oil contribute an extra 1.8 kg (4 lbs) to the overall weight.
Yamaha 40 HP Outboard Weight
The weight of Yamaha F40 varies based on the options chosen, ranging from 97 kg (214 lbs) to 101 kg (223 lbs). In addition, the engine oil and gear oil add an extra 1.8 kg (4 lbs) to the overall weight.
The weight range of Yamaha F40 (Jet Drive) varies from 99 kg (219lbs) to 103 kg (227 lbs) based on the specific model, while the engine oil and gear oil contribute an additional 1.4 kg (3.2 lbs) in weight.
Yamaha 50 HP Outboard Weight
The Yamaha F50 has a weight of 112 kg (247 lbs), with an additional weight of 2.2 kg (4.8 lbs) from the engine oil and gear oil.
The Yamaha F50 (High Thrust) has a weight of 117kg (262 lbs), plus an additional 2.4 kg (5.2 lbs) for the engine oil and gear oil.
Yamaha 60 HP Outboard Weight
The Yamaha F60 has a weight of 112 kg (247 lbs) and an additional 2.2 kg (4.8 lbs) of weight from the engine oil and gear oil.
The weight of the Yamaha F60 (High Thrust) is 117kg (262 lbs), and an additional 2.4 kg (5.2 lbs) is added for the engine oil and gear oil.
The Yamaha F60 (Jet Drive) has a weight of 116kg (257 lbs), and an additional weight of 1.8 kg (3.9 lbs) is contributed by the engine oil and gear oil.
Yamaha 70 HP Outboard Weight
The weight of Yamaha F70 is 114 kg (252 lbs) while an extra 2.4 kg (5.2 lbs) is added by the engine oil and gear oil.
Yamaha 75 HP Outboard Weight
The weight of a Yamaha F75 is 160 kg (353 lbs), while an additional 3.3 kg (7.3 lbs) should be added for engine oil and gear oil.
Yamaha 90 HP Outboard Weight
The Yamaha F90 has two shaft options; the 20″ shaft version weighs 160kg (353 lbs), while the 25″ shaft model weighs 164kg (363 lbs). Additionally, the weight of the engine oil and gear oil is 3.3kg (7.3 lbs).
The Yamaha VF90 comes in two variants: one with a 20″ shaft that weighs 160 kg (353 lbs) and another with a 25″ shaft that weighs 164 kg (362 lbs). Additionally, the combined weight of the engine oil and gear oil is 3.3 kg (7.3 lbs).
The Yamaha F90 (Jet Drive) has a weight of 161kg (354 lbs), with an additional weight of 2.7 kg (6 lbs) for the engine oil and gear oil.
Yamaha 115 HP Outboard Weight
The Yamaha F115 comes in two shaft lengths – 20″ and 25″. The 20″ shaft model weighs 171 kg (377 lbs), while the 25″ model weighs 175 kg (386 lbs). Additionally, the engine and gear oils add another 3.3 kg (7.4 lbs) in weight.
The 20″ shaft version of the Yamaha VF115 has a weight of 171 kg (377 lbs), while the 25″ model comes in at 175 kg (386 lbs) when dry. Additionally, the combined weight of engine oil and gear oil adds up to 3.3 kg (7.4 lbs).
The Yamaha F115 (Jet Drive) weighs 171kg (378 lbs) without engine oil and gear oil, which add an additional 2.7 kg (6 lbs) to the overall weight.
Yamaha 150 – 450 HP Outboard Models
Yamaha 150 HP Outboard Weight
The mechanical model of Yamaha F150 (i4) has a weight of 231kg (509 lbs) whereas the DEC version weighs 237kg (522 lbs). In addition, the weight of engine oil and gear oil is 4.7 kg (10.3 lbs).
The Yamaha VF150 engine weighs 218 kg (480 lbs) and is available in two shaft sizes: 20″ and 25″. While the 20″ shaft model weighs the same at 218 kg (480 lbs), the 25″ shaft model is slightly heavier at 220 kg (489 lbs). Additionally, the weight of the engine oil and gear oil combined is approximately 4.7 kg (10.3 lbs).
The Yamaha F150 (Jet Drive) weighs 225kg (495 lbs) without the engine oil and gear oil, which add an extra 3.8 kg (8.4 lbs).
Yamaha 175 HP Outboard Weight
The weight of the Yamaha VF175 varies based on the size of the shaft. The 20″ shaft model weighs 218 kg (480 lbs), while the 25″ shaft model weighs 222 kg (489 lbs). Additionally, the combined weight of engine oil and gear oil is around 4.7 kg (10.3 lbs).
Yamaha 200 HP Outboard Weight
The mechanical model of Yamaha F200 (i4) has a weight of 234kg (516 lbs), while the DEC version weighs slightly more with a weight of 238kg (525 lbs). Additionally, the engine oil and gear oil contribute a weight of 4.7 kg (10.3 lbs).
The weight of the Yamaha F200 with a 25″ shaft is 276 kg (608 lb), and an additional 5 kg (11lb) should be accounted for due to the engine oil and gear oil.
The Yamaha VF200 comes in two shaft sizes, namely 20″ and 25″, with respective weights of 240 kg (529 lbs) and 257 kg (567 lbs). Additionally, the engine and gear oil adds another 6.6 kg (14.6 lbs) to the overall weight.
Yamaha 225 HP Outboard Weight
The weight of Yamaha F225 (4.2L) is 249 kg (551 lbs), and an additional 6.1 kg (13.5 lbs) is added by the engine and gear oil.
The total weight of the Yamaha VF225, including engine oil and gear oil, is 246.6 kg (543.6 lbs).
Yamaha 250 HP Outboard Weight
These are the weight specifications for the mechanical version of the Yamaha F250 (4.2L) outboard based on the size of the shaft:
- 25″ shaft: 255 kg (562 lbs)
- 30″ shaft: 261 kg (575 lbs)
- 35″ shaft: 265 kg (588 lbs)
For the Yamaha F250 model with DES integrated, the weight specifications based on the size of the shaft are as follows:
- 25″ shaft: 277 kg (611 lbs)
- 30″ shaft: 283 kg (624 lbs)
- 35″ shaft: 288 kg (635 lbs)
Please note that the weight of engine oil and gear oil is an additional 6.1 kg (13.5 lbs).
The weight of a Yamaha VF250 with a 20″ shaft is 240 kg (529 lbs), while the 25″ shaft variant weighs 257 kg (567 lbs). Additionally, engine oil and gear oil add another 6.6 kg (14.6 lbs) to its overall weight.
Yamaha 300 HP Outboard Weight
The Yamaha F300 (4.2L) outboard is available in a mechanical as well as a DES version.
The weight of the mechanical model depends on the length of the shaft:
- 255 kg (562 lbs) for a 25″ shaft,
- 261 kg (575 lbs) for a 30″ shaft, and
- 265 kg (588 lbs) for a 35″ shaft.
Alternatively, you can opt for the Yamaha F300 model with built-in DES. Its weight, including the engine oil and gear oil, is:
- 277 kg (611 lbs) for a 25″ shaft,
- 283 kg (624 lbs) for a 30″ shaft, and
- 288 kg (635 lbs) for a 35″ shaft.
The oil adds another 6.6 kg (14.6 lbs).
Yamaha 350 HP Outboard Weight
The 25″ shaft version of Yamaha F350C weighs 346 kg (763 lbs), whereas the 30″ shaft model weighs 354 kg (780 lbs). Additionally, the weight of engine oil and gear oil is 6.8 kg (15 lbs).
Yamaha 425 HP Outboard Weight
The weight of the Yamaha XF425 varies based on its shaft length. The model with a 25″ shaft weighs 346 kg (763 lbs), while the one with a 30″ shaft weighs 354 kg (780 lbs). Additionally, the engine oil and gear oil together add another 7.9 kg (17.4 lbs) to the overall weight.
Yamaha 450 HP Outboard Weight
The Yamaha XF450 is available in two models with different shaft lengths. The 25″ shaft model weighs 346 kg (763 lbs), while the 30″ shaft variant weighs 354 kg (780 lbs). Additionally, the weight of engine oil and gear oil amounts to 7.9 kg (17.4 lbs).
Why Is Outboard Weight Important?
Knowing the weight of an outboard motor before purchasing it is crucial for several reasons:
Boat performance: The weight of an outboard motor can significantly impact the overall performance of your boat. A heavier motor may cause the stern to sit lower in the water, affecting the boat’s balance, handling, and speed. Conversely, a lighter motor may provide better fuel efficiency and faster acceleration.
Capacity limitations: Every boat has a specified weight capacity, including the maximum allowable weight for an outboard motor. Installing a motor that exceeds the recommended weight can lead to poor performance, potential damage to the boat’s structure, and even compromise the safety of the passengers on board.
Fuel efficiency: A lighter outboard motor typically consumes less fuel, which translates to lower operating costs and a reduced environmental impact. By considering the weight of an outboard motor, you can optimize fuel efficiency and save money in the long run.
Ease of installation and maintenance: Heavier outboard motors can be more challenging to install and maintain, as they may require additional equipment, such as a hoist or specialized tools, to safely handle their weight. A lighter motor is generally easier to manage and can simplify the installation and maintenance process.
Transportation and storage: The weight of an outboard motor can affect how easy it is to transport and store. A lighter motor will be more manageable when it comes to moving the motor between locations or storing it during the off-season.