Yamaha Midrange 40 and 30 hp · Virginia Beach
Yamaha F40 outboard: specs, rigging and repower in Virginia Beach.
The F40 is a 747 cc three-cylinder SOHC outboard rated 40 hp, weighing 214 lb with a 20-inch shaft. It runs with mechanical controls or the Multi-Function Tiller Handle, Yamaha notes its power trim and tilt models trim from -3 to +20 degrees, and its ECM connects to Yamaha Diagnostic System software. It is also built as the F40 Jet.
- Horsepower
- 40 hp
- Engine type
- 3 cyl
- Displacement
- 747cc
- Shaft length
- 20"
- Weight †
- 97 kg (214 lbs) - 101kg (223 lbs)
Specifications
Yamaha F40
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.
| Weight † | 97 kg (214 lbs) - 101kg (223 lbs) |
|---|---|
| Full Throttle RPM Range | 5000 ~ 6000 rpm |
| Fuel Induction System | EFI |
| Recommended Engine Oil | Yamalube® 4M (See owner's manual) |
| Engine Type | 3 cyl |
| Displacement | 747cc |
| Bore x Stroke | 65 x 75mm (2.56 x 2.95 in.) |
| Prop Shaft Horsepower | 40hp at 5500rpm |
| Alternator Output at W.O.T. | 17 Amp |
| Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 |
| Recommended Fuel | Octane 87 |
| Recommended Fuel Filtration | Yamaha 10-Micron Fuel/Water Separating Filter (external) |
| C.A.R.B. Rating | 2-Star |
| Exhaust | Through Propeller |
| Intake | 6 |
| Ignition | CDI Microcomputer |
| Spark Plug | DPR6EB-9 |
| Starting System | Electric |
| Lubrication | Wet Sump |
| Engine Oil Capacity | 1.7L/1.5L |
| Recommended Cooling | Thermostatic Control |
| Ethanol Blend Limit | 10% Maximum |
| Gear Ratio | 2.00:1 |
| Gear Shift | Forward, Neutral, Reverse |
| Shaft Length | 20" |
| Degree of Tilt | 20° |
| Degree of Trim | -3° through +20° |
| Mounting Centers | N/A |
| Steering Angle (maximum) | 40° from center, either direction |
| Warranty | Limited 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 F40 compares
with the F40 Jet, F30, F50.
From Yamaha's spec tables; weights are the lightest Yamaha lists, valvetrain is from its dealer spec signs.
Same 40 hp class, Yamaha Jet Drive
F40 vs F40 Jet
- Output (at the pump on jets): F40 40hp at 5500rpm; F40 Jet 30hp @ 5500rpm.
- Weight: F40 5 lb lighter at the lightest weight Yamaha lists (214 lb vs 219 lb).
- Gear ratio: F40 2.00:1; F40 Jet Direct Drive.
- Alternator: F40 17 amp; F40 Jet 16 amp.
Same on both: 747cc displacement, SOHC (6-valve) valvetrain (spec sign), 20-inch shaft, 87 octane.
Same family
F40 vs F30
- Rated output: F40 40hp at 5500rpm; F30 30hp at 5500rpm.
Same on both: 747cc displacement, SOHC (6-valve) valvetrain (spec sign), 214 lb lightest listed weight, 2.00:1 gear ratio, 17-amp alternator, 20-inch shaft, 87 octane.
Next size up
F40 vs F50
- Rated output: F40 40hp at 5500rpm; F50 50hp at 5500 rpm.
- Displacement: F40 747cc; F50 1.0L.
- Valvetrain (spec sign): F40 SOHC (6-valve); F50 SOHC (8-valve).
- Weight: F40 33 lb lighter at the lightest weight Yamaha lists (214 lb vs 247 lb).
- Gear ratio: F40 2.00:1; F50 1.85:1.
- Alternator: F40 17 amp; F50 16 amp.
Same on both: 20-inch shaft, 87 octane.
Rigging
Controls, gauges
and Helm Master EX.
Controls
- Mechanical Controls (compatible)
- Multi-Function Tiller Handle (compatible)
- Helm Master® EX (not available)
- Command Link Plus Digital Controls (not available)
Gauges
- Command Link and Analog Gauges (compatible)
- Command Link Plus Display (not available)
Yamaha lists Helm Master EX as not available for the F40.
F40 model codes
| Model code | Controls | Color |
|---|---|---|
| F40LEHA | Tiller handle | Gray |
| F40LA | Remote mechanical | Gray |
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 F40.
- 747 cc 40 hp midrange, offered in propeller and jet-pump versions.
- Single throttle valve, long-track intake and ECM for easy starts.
- 214 lb; 20-inch shaft; 17-amp alternator.
- Optional Variable Trolling RPM Switch (VTS).
- Phaze Five anti-corrosion paint over YDC-30 alloy.
- ECM connects to Yamaha Diagnostic System software for technician diagnosis.
- One-piece cowling with intake air drain and labyrinth.
- On-engine water-separating fuel filter with water sensor.
- Multi-point EFI.
- Three-cylinder SOHC design.
- Single throttle valve with pulse-tuned long intake tracks.
- Vapor-reducing fuel return system aids starting in hot or cold weather.
- Optional Multi-Function Tiller Handle with Variable Trolling RPM Switch.
- Freshwater flush device works without running the engine.
- Power trim and tilt models trim from -3 to +20 degrees.
Repower
Repowering with the F40
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 F40 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 F40 for it. Financing is available on repowers through Yamaha Financial Services.
F40 repower fit
- Shaft lengths
- 20-inchYamaha spec table
- Weight †
- 214 to 223 lbYamaha spec table, lightest to heaviest listed
- Control types
- tiller-handle (F40LEHA); remote mechanical (F40LA)Yamaha model-code list
- Most popular propeller
- Aluminum, 11” pitchYamaha dealer spec sign, 2026-09-01
The Midrange 40 and 30 hp family
Other engines
in this family.
Common questions
Yamaha F40
questions, answered.
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 F40 for it. We answer same business day.