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 |