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Yamaha V MAX SHO 250 HP Outboard Motors
You’re up and out just as the birds begin chirping—in the half light of dawn. Whether you’re aiming for the sweet spot on your home lake or competing on the circuit, the V6 V MAX SHO is the one you want behind you. Just ask all the pro anglers who swear by it. With a decade of proven performance and reliability, competitive stats and now 40 percent more charging power, the V6 V MAX SHO remains the choice of champions.
The V6 V MAX SHO 250 features 40 percent more charging power than previous models and an aggressive cowling design. Added to its lightning-fast hole shot and blistering top speed, the VF250 has everything a tournament angler needs to win.
- Alternator output: up to 70 gross amps
- Super High Output 60-degree 4.2-liter V6 Design
- Minimum 89 Octane
- Shaft lengths available: 20” and 25”
- New Saltwater Series II™ HP propellers can increase top speed on 25” models in lightweight applications
- Optional Variable Trolling RPM via gauge
| Weight † | 240 kg (529 lbs) - 257 kg (567 lbs) |
|---|---|
| Full Throttle RPM Range | 5000 ~ 6000 rpm |
| Fuel Induction System | EFI |
| Recommended Engine Oil | Yamalube® 4M (See owner's manual) |
| Engine Type | V6 |
| Displacement | 4.2L |
| Bore x Stroke | 96 x 96mm (3.78 x 3.78 in) |
| Prop Shaft Horsepower | 250hp at 5500 rpm |
| Alternator Output at W.O.T. | 70 Amp |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 |
| Recommended Fuel | Octane 89 |
| Recommended Fuel Filtration | Yamaha 10-Micron Fuel/Water Separating Filter (external) |
| C.A.R.B. Rating | 3-Star |
| Exhaust | Through Propeller |
| Intake | 24 |
| Ignition | TCI Microcomputer |
| Spark Plug | LFR6A-11 |
| Starting System | Electric |
| Lubrication | Wet Sump |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 6.7L/6.4L |
| Recommended Cooling | Thermostatic Control |
| Ethanol Blend Limit | 10% Maximum |
| Gear Ratio | 1.75:1 |
| Gear Shift | Forward, Neutral, Reverse |
| Shaft Length | 20" - 25" |
| Degree of Tilt | 66° |
| Degree of Trim | -4° through +16° |
| Mounting Centers | N/A |
| Steering | |
| Steering Angle (maximum) | 35° from center, either direction |
| Warranty | Limited 3-year Pleasure, 3-year Government, 1-Year Commercial |