Yamaha Jet Drive · Virginia Beach
Yamaha F40 Jet Drive outboard: specs, rigging and repower in Virginia Beach.
The F40 Jet Drive is the smallest Yamaha jet: the 747 cc three-cylinder F40 with a jet pump that Yamaha lists at 30 hp at 5500 rpm. It fits a 20-inch transom, weighs 219 lb including the pump, and comes as a remote-mechanical or tiller model, both electric start with Nitro Assist Tilt.
- Engine rating
- 40 hp class
- Output at the jet pump
- 30hp @ 5500rpm
- Engine type
- 3 cyl
- Displacement
- 747cc
- Transom
- Fits 20" Transom
- Weight †
- 99 kg (219lbs) - 103 kg (227 lbs)
Specifications
Yamaha F40 Jet Drive
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 † | 99 kg (219lbs) - 103 kg (227 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 75 mm (2.56 x 2.95 in) |
| Prop Shaft Horsepower | 30hp @ 5500rpm |
| Alternator Output at W.O.T. | 16 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 Jet Nozzle |
| 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 | Direct Drive |
| Gear Shift | Forward, Neutral, Reverse |
| Shaft Length | Fits 20" Transom |
| Degree of Tilt | 65° |
| Degree of Trim | -4° through +16° |
| Mounting Centers | N/A |
| Steering Angle (maximum) | 40° from center, either direction |
| Warranty | Limited 3 Year Limited Pleasure Boat - 1 Year Limited 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 Jet compares
with the F40, F60 Jet.
From Yamaha's spec tables; weights are the lightest Yamaha lists, valvetrain is from its dealer spec signs.
Same 40 hp class, Yamaha Midrange 40 and 30 hp
F40 Jet vs F40
- Output (at the pump on jets): F40 Jet 30hp @ 5500rpm; F40 40hp at 5500rpm.
- Weight: F40 Jet 5 lb heavier at the lightest weight Yamaha lists (219 lb vs 214 lb).
- Gear ratio: F40 Jet Direct Drive; F40 2.00:1.
- Alternator: F40 Jet 16 amp; F40 17 amp.
Same on both: 747cc displacement, SOHC (6-valve) valvetrain (spec sign), 20-inch transom, 87 octane.
Same family
F40 Jet vs F60 Jet
- Output (at the pump on jets): F40 Jet 30hp @ 5500rpm; F60 Jet 40hp @ 5500rpm.
- Displacement: F40 Jet 747cc; F60 Jet 1.0L.
- Valvetrain (spec sign): F40 Jet SOHC (6-valve); F60 Jet SOHC (8-valve).
- Weight: F40 Jet 38 lb lighter at the lightest weight Yamaha lists (219 lb vs 257 lb).
- Alternator: F40 Jet 16 amp; F60 Jet 17 amp.
- Shaft or transom: F40 Jet 20-inch; F60 Jet 25-inch.
Same on both: Direct Drive gear ratio, 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 Jet Drive.
F40 Jet Drive model codes
| Model code | Controls | Color |
|---|---|---|
| F40JEHA | Tiller handle | Gray |
| F40JEA | 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 Jet Drive.
- 40 hp-class jet model; Yamaha lists 30 hp at 5500 rpm at the pump.
- 219 lb including the jet pump assembly.
- Fits 20-inch transoms; 16-amp alternator; Nitro Assist Tilt.
- Phaze Five anti-corrosion paint over YDC-30 alloy.
- ECM connects to Yamaha Diagnostic System software.
- On-engine water-separating fuel filter with water sensor.
- One-piece cowling with air intake labyrinth.
- Multi-point EFI.
- SOHC or DOHC platforms depending on model.
- Microcomputer ignition timing.
- Composite intake manifold with long tube intake tracks.
- No gearcase or propeller below the hull, so the boat can pass over obstructions.
- F40, F60, F90 and F115 jets accept the optional Multi-Function Tiller Handle.
- Freshwater flush device works without running the engine.
Repower
Repowering with the F40 Jet Drive
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 Jet Drive 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 Jet Drive for it. Financing is available on repowers through Yamaha Financial Services.
F40 Jet repower fit
- Transom
- 20-inchYamaha spec table
- Weight †
- 219 to 227 lbYamaha spec table, lightest to heaviest listed
- Control types
- tiller-handle (F40JEHA); remote mechanical (F40JEA)Yamaha model-code list
Common questions
Yamaha F40 Jet Drive
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 Jet Drive for it. We answer same business day.