Yamaha Marine has launched into 2023 with the announcement of exciting new models.
Increasing on a commitment to fully integrated powerplants, Yamaha has announced new F150, F175 and F200 models featuring innovative integrated steering and sleek new design. Yamaha also adds to the powerful XTO Offshore line-up with the addition of a new 450hp model to complement the existing XTO 425. The XTO 450 delivers new features to round out one of the most comprehensive high horsepower offshore powerplants ever built by Yamaha.
Yamaha’s new inline four cylinder high horsepower outboards are based around the existing 2.7L (F150 mechanical) and 2.8L (F150, F175 and F200) platforms in the current engine line up. These engine platforms cemented Yamaha’s reputation for creating high-quality, reliable and durable outboards in this category while also setting new standards in power, performance and economy in four-cylinder outboard design.
To take these engines to the next level Yamaha has added two options of innovative integrated steering. Yamaha skippers now have the choice of either complete digital control with integrated electro-hydraulic steering or the more traditional hydraulic steering, which is now completely integrated within a sealed cylinder on the transom bracket. The integrated digital electro-hydraulic steering utilises an electric helm connected electronically to the steering control unit within the engine. The F150 and F200 models fitted with integrated digital electro-hydraulic steering can be easily connected to all the features of Yamaha’s Helm Master EX system.
Yamaha has matched these new integrated steering system with two options of throttle and shift control, Mechanical or Digital Electronic, to create the most compressive line-up of engines ever offered in this category.
When paired with Yamaha’s industry leading Helm Master EX Autopilot and Joystick boat control system, there is now the option of having a propeller light installed directly into the rear apron of the outboard motor, rather than requiring independent installation on the transom.
These lights clearly indicate the boat is actively in Helm Master EX SetPoint mode to anyone approaching the stern of the vessel. The new F150, F175 and F200 are due to begin hitting New Zealand shores from April.
New XTO Offshore XF450 Yamaha
Yamaha has also announced the release of a new 450hp, XTO 450 model to complement the existing XTO 425. The new XTO Offshore features the same 5.6L, direct injected V8 engine and the long list of features as the original XTO 425. This engine delivers big torque and thrust to push big offshore boats. Along with an additional 25 hp the new XTO 450 delivers new features such as more charging power to help meet the extreme electrical demands of today’s larger boats. The Yamaha XTO Offshore 450 features a three-phase, simultaneous charging system that delivers an incredible amount of net amps at lower rpm, for where it’s needed most.
Using Phase Angle Control (PAC) componentry and a super-strong magnetic field, XTO Offshore 450 models produce up to 96 net amps per engine in neutral. That’s plenty of power to meet today’s popular, high demand devices like gyro stabilizers, air conditioning, sound systems and more. TotalTilt The XTO Offshore 450 is equipped with Yamaha’s exclusive TotalTilt feature for faster, easier engine tilting. When enabled, it allows complete tilt up from any position with a simple double-push of the “UP” trim/tilt button, or full tilt down (until trim ram contact) by the same double push of the “DOWN” trim/tilt button.
The XTO Series has a new cowling shape and design, with raised chrome graphics on the sides, a re-styled panel at the rear, a new flush-mounted manual flush connection up front and hidden external wiring near the bracket. New
Yamaha has also released two additional XTO prop options. A new XTO EC prop which has been designed to reduce ventilation on big heavy boats, and for lighter lighter vessels, a new 27-inch pitch prop is also available.
