YAMAHA 70 HP

MIDRANGE 70 hp

The 1-liter 70-hp midrange features a two-piece upper case and 10 percent lighter pistons. It’s up to 80 pounds lighter than other four-stroke competitors and the class-leader in power-to-weight. Combined with its 16-valve SOHC design and 17 percent larger intakes, and it’s one of the most responsive outboards on the water.

  • Available for mechanical remote or tiller control
  • Only 253 pounds
  • Available in a 20” shaft
  • Powerful 17-amp alternator
  • Optional Variable Trolling RPM Switch (VTS®) via the Multi-Function Tiller Handle, Command Link® tachometer or helm-mounted remote VTS

 

Spec. Sheet

Engine Type i4
Displacement 1.0L
Bore x Stroke 65 x 75mm (2.56 x 2.95 in.)
Prop Shaft Horsepower 70hp at 5800 rpm
Full Throttle RPM Range 5300 ~ 6300 rpm
Alternator Output at W.O.T. 17 Amp
Compression Ratio 9.4:1
Fuel Induction System EFI
Weight † 114 kg (253 lbs)
Recommended Fuel Octane 87
Recommended Engine Oil Yamalube® 4M (See owner’s manual)
Recommended Fuel Filtration Yamaha 10-Micron Fuel/Water Separating Filter (external)
C.A.R.B. Rating 3-Star
Exhaust Through Propeller
Intake 16
Ignition TCI Microcomputer
Spark Plug LKR7E
Alternator Output 17 Amp
Starting System Electric
Lubrication Wet Sump
Engine Oil Capacity 2.1/1.9
Recommended Cooling Thermostatic Control
Ethanol Blend Limit 10% Maximum
Gear Ratio 2.33:1
Gear Shift Forward, Neutral, Reverse
Shaft Length 20″
Degree of Tilt 65°
Degree of Trim -4° through +16°
Dry Weight 114 kg (252 lbs)
Mounting Centers N/A
Steering Angle (maximum) 40° from center, either direction