Yamaha V6 Offshore 4.2L · Virginia Beach

Yamaha F250 outboard: specs, rigging and repower in Virginia Beach.

The F250 has the same 4.2-liter V6 displacement as the F300 but is rated 250 hp and runs on 87-octane fuel. Like the F300, Yamaha lists 25, 30 and 35-inch shafts with 30 and 35 inches on digital (DEC) models only, and the digital versions carry built-in electric steering and Helm Master EX compatibility.

Horsepower
250 hp
Engine type
V6
Displacement
4.2L
Shaft length
25" - 30" - 35" (F250 DEC Only)
Weight †
250 kg (551 lbs) / 254 kg (562 lbs) / 265 kg (588 lbs)
Get a quote on the F250Call (757) 464-4600
Yamaha
Yamaha F250 V6 Offshore outboard, grayYamaha F250 cowling with the 250 V6 4.2L decal
Outboard images: Yamaha Motor Corporation. Coastal Marine is an authorized Yamaha dealer and installs these outboards at its Shore Drive shop.

Specifications

Yamaha F250
specs, as Yamaha lists them.

Specs and features: Yamaha, read from yamahaoutboards.com and Yamaha's Engine Comparison tool on 2026-10-05. Yamaha can change a model by model year; we confirm the exact engine when we quote.

Yamaha F250 specifications
Weight †250 kg (551 lbs) / 254 kg (562 lbs) / 265 kg (588 lbs)
Full Throttle RPM Range5000 ~ 6000 rpm
Fuel Induction SystemEFI
Recommended Engine OilYamalube® 4M (See owner's manual)
Engine TypeV6
Displacement4.2L
Bore x Stroke96 x 96mm (3.78 x 3.78in)
Prop Shaft Horsepower250hp at 5500 rpm
Alternator Output at W.O.T.50 - 70 Amp
Compression Ratio10.3:1
Recommended FuelOctane 87
Recommended Fuel FiltrationYamaha 10-Micron Fuel / Water Separating Filter (external)
ExhaustThrough Propeller
Intake24
IgnitionTCI Microcomputer
Spark PlugLFR6A-11
Starting SystemElectric
LubricationWet Sump
Engine Oil Capacity6.3L/6.0L w/with filter
Recommended CoolingThermostatic Control
Ethanol Blend Limit10% Maximum
Gear Ratio1.75:1
Gear ShiftForward, Neutral, Reverse
Shaft Length25" - 30" - 35" (F250 DEC Only)
Degree of TiltDES: 69°, Mechanical 70°
Degree of Trim-3° through +16°
Mounting Centers28.5"
SteeringIntegrated, Electric Actuation
Steering Angle (maximum)32° from center, either direction
WarrantyLimited 3-Year Pleasure, 3-Year Government, 1-Year Commercial

† Weight refers to shortest shaft length, and is measured without motor oil, gearcase oil and propeller (except models 25 hp and under, which include a standard propeller). All Jet model weights include the jet pump assembly (weight estimated).

Compared

How the F250 compares
with the VF250, F300, F225.

From Yamaha's spec tables; weights are the lightest Yamaha lists, valvetrain is from its dealer spec signs.

Same 250 hp class, Yamaha V6 V MAX SHO

F250 vs VF250

  • Weight: F250 22 lb heavier at the lightest weight Yamaha lists (551 lb vs 529 lb).
  • Alternator: F250 50 - 70 Amp; VF250 70 Amp.
  • Shafts: F250 25, 30 and 35-inch (35-inch: F250 DEC only); VF250 20 and 25-inch.
  • Fuel: F250 Octane 87; VF250 Octane 89.
  • Mounting centers: F250 28.5-inch; VF250 N/A.
  • Helm Master EX: F250 compatible; VF250 not available.
  • Compatible controls: only the F250 lists Digital Controls.

Same on both: 250hp at 5500 rpm rated output, 4.2L displacement, DOHC (24-valve) valvetrain (spec sign), 1.75:1 gear ratio.

Same family

F250 vs F300

  • Rated output: F250 250hp at 5500 rpm; F300 300hp at 5500 rpm.
  • Fuel: F250 Octane 87; F300 Octane 89.

Same on both: 4.2L displacement, DOHC (24-valve) valvetrain (spec sign), 551 lb lightest listed weight, 1.75:1 gear ratio, 50 - 70 Amp alternator, 25, 30 and 35-inch (35-inch: DEC only) shaft, 28.5-inch mounting centers.

Same family

F250 vs F225

  • Rated output: F250 250hp at 5500 rpm; F225 225hp at 5500 rpm.
  • Shafts: F250 25, 30 and 35-inch (35-inch: F250 DEC only); F225 25 and 30-inch.
  • Helm Master EX: F250 compatible; F225 not available.
  • Compatible controls: only the F250 lists Digital Controls.

Same on both: 4.2L displacement, DOHC (24-valve) valvetrain (spec sign), 551 lb lightest listed weight, 1.75:1 gear ratio, 50 - 70 Amp alternator, 87 octane, 28.5-inch mounting centers.

Rigging

Controls, gauges
and Helm Master EX.

Controls

Gauges

Yamaha lists Helm Master EX as compatible with the F250. We fit Helm Master EX upgrades and confirm what a given boat can take before we quote it.

Propellers Yamaha names for the F250

Every Yamaha and TURBO prop

F250 model codes

Yamaha F250 model codes from Yamaha's current model-code list
Model codeControlsColor
F250XSBDigital (DEC)Gray
LF250XSBDigital (DEC)Gray
F250USBDigital (DEC)Gray
LF250USBDigital (DEC)Gray
F250ESBDigital (DEC)Gray
LF250ESBDigital (DEC)Gray
F250XSB2Digital (DEC)Pearl White
LF250XSB2Digital (DEC)Pearl White
F250USB2Digital (DEC)Pearl White
LF250USB2Digital (DEC)Pearl White
F250ESB2Digital (DEC)Pearl White
LF250ESB2Digital (DEC)Pearl White
F250XSB4Digital (DEC)Classic White
LF250XSB4Digital (DEC)Classic White
F250USB4Digital (DEC)Classic White
LF250USB4Digital (DEC)Classic White
F250ESB4Digital (DEC)Classic White
LF250ESB4Digital (DEC)Classic White
F250XBRemote mechanicalGray
LF250XBRemote mechanicalGray

Model codes from Yamaha's current model-code list. Ask us which code fits your boat; we confirm it when we quote.

Features

What's built into
the F250.

  • 250 hp 4.2-liter V6; runs on 87-octane fuel.
  • 25, 30 and 35-inch shafts; 30 and 35 inches on DEC models only.
  • Alternator output up to 70 amps.
  • Steps up horsepower and displacement without re-rigging.
  • Colors: Yamaha gray, pearlescent white and classic white.
  • Multi-point electronic fuel injection with electronically controlled throttle valves.
  • Six sensors feed the ECM air and engine data for continuous adjustment.
  • Plasma-fused sleeveless cylinders allow larger bores without larger outer dimensions.
  • Variable Camshaft Timing improves hole shot and mid-range acceleration.
  • Digital F300 and F250 have built-in electric steering with no hydraulic hoses.
  • Speed Control with Pattern Shift enables sub-idle trolling; HMEX autopilot can target 0.25 mph.
  • Helm Master EX compatible on digital models; optional Y-COP theft deterrent.
  • Pairs with the Saltwater Series II HP propeller, which uses the Shift Dampener System.
  • TotalTilt: double-tap the trim button for a full tilt up or down.
  • Thrust Enhancing Reverse Exhaust improves reverse bite below 2500 RPM.

Repower

Repowering with the F250
at Coastal Marine.

Coastal Marine is an Elite Yamaha dealer and an authorized Yamaha Repower Center on Shore Drive in Virginia Beach. A repower with the F250 takes the old or worn-out outboard off a sound hull, of any make, and puts the new Yamaha on, with the controls, gauges and rigging the new setup needs. Warranty work on the Yamaha power we install is authorized in-house.

We don't post engine prices. Tell us the boat, what's on the transom now and roughly how many hours it has, and we'll quote the F250 for it. Financing is available on repowers through Yamaha Financial Services.

F250 repower fit

Shaft lengths
25, 30 and 35-inch (35-inch: F250 DEC only)Yamaha spec table
Mounting centers
28.5-inchYamaha spec table
Weight †
551 to 588 lbYamaha spec table, lightest to heaviest listed
Control types
digital (DEC) (F250XSB, LF250XSB, F250USB, LF250USB, F250ESB, LF250ESB, F250XSB2, LF250XSB2, F250USB2, LF250USB2, F250ESB2, LF250ESB2, F250XSB4, LF250XSB4, F250USB4, LF250USB4, F250ESB4, LF250ESB4); remote mechanical (F250XB, LF250XB)Yamaha model-code list
Steering
Integrated, Electric ActuationYamaha spec table
Most popular propeller
Saltwater Series II, with Shift Dampener System (SDS), 17” pitchYamaha dealer spec sign, 2026-09-01
Get a quote on the F250How a repower works at CoastalCan you finance just the engines?
(757) 464-4600Text the shop

The V6 Offshore 4.2L family

Other engines
in this family.

Yamaha F300300 hpSpecs and repower Yamaha F225225 hpSpecs and repower
Yamaha V6 Offshore 4.2L familyEvery Yamaha outboard

Common questions

Yamaha F250
questions, answered.

Yamaha lists the same 4.2L displacement, DOHC (24-valve) valvetrain (spec sign), 551 lb lightest listed weight, 1.75:1 gear ratio, 50 - 70 Amp alternator, 25, 30 and 35-inch (35-inch: DEC only) shaft and 28.5-inch mounting centers for both. Where they differ: Rated output: F250 250hp at 5500 rpm; F300 300hp at 5500 rpm. Fuel: F250 Octane 87; F300 Octane 89. Also on the F250 and not the F300: Steps up horsepower and displacement without re-rigging.

Against the VF250: Weight: F250 22 lb heavier at the lightest weight Yamaha lists (551 lb vs 529 lb). Alternator: F250 50 - 70 Amp; VF250 70 Amp. Shafts: F250 25, 30 and 35-inch (35-inch: F250 DEC only); VF250 20 and 25-inch. Fuel: F250 Octane 87; VF250 Octane 89. Mounting centers: F250 28.5-inch; VF250 N/A. Helm Master EX: F250 compatible; VF250 not available. Compatible controls: only the F250 lists Digital Controls.

Both. Yamaha's model-code list for the F250 has 18 digital (DEC) codes (F250XSB, LF250XSB, F250USB, LF250USB, F250ESB, LF250ESB, F250XSB2, LF250XSB2, F250USB2, LF250USB2, F250ESB2, LF250ESB2, F250XSB4, LF250XSB4, F250USB4, LF250USB4, F250ESB4, LF250ESB4) and 2 remote mechanical codes (F250XB, LF250XB). Its spec table qualifies the shafts: 25" - 30" - 35" (F250 DEC Only).

Yamaha lists Octane 87 for the F250, with an ethanol blend limit of 10% Maximum. For the VF250 it lists Octane 89. For the F300 it lists Octane 89.

Yes. Yamaha lists Helm Master EX among the compatible controls for the F250. Yamaha lists it as not available for the VF250 and F225.

Get a quote
on new Yamaha power.

Tell us the boat, the engines on it now and roughly the hours, and we'll quote the F250 for it. We answer same business day.

Just leave a phone or an email.

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